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| Tuscan Steak With Mushrooms |
All information and photos courtesy of Mushroom Information CenterLike the little black dress and a strand of pearls, some combinations never go out of style. With a few minor alterations, they maintain their appeal for decades. Steak and mushrooms are one of those duos that have as much taste appeal today as ever. The natural meatiness found in mushrooms only enhances the juicy flavor of a good steak. There's no mistaking the fact that Americans are renewing their love affair with beef -- thanks, at least in part, to the popularity of low-carbohydrate diets. And mushrooms, of course, make the ideal low-carb topper. In Tuscan Steak with Mushrooms, the classic combo of steak and mushrooms gets a makeover to fit today's tastes and lifestyles. Quick-to-fix strip steak pairs up with sunny Mediterranean flavors derived from a dash of olive oil and a splash of fresh lemon juice. The steak is served with a saute of mushrooms, all cooked in the same pan for convenience and added flavor. Ingredients: 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper 4 (6 to 8 ounce) strip club steak (about 1 inch thick) 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided 1 pound white mushrooms (or mixed mushrooms such as white, crimini and shiitake), sliced (about 6 cups) 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions (scallions) 4 lemon wedges Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and the pepper over both sides of steaks. In a large skillet, over medium heat, heat 1-1/2 teaspoons of the oil. Add mushrooms; cook and stir just until golden, about 6 minutes. Remove to a bowl along with any juices in the pan. In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1-1/2 teaspoons oil. Add steaks; cook to desired doneness, 5 to 6 minutes on each side for medium rare. Remove to 4 dinner plates. Return mushrooms and any liquid in the bowl to the skillet along with the green onions and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cook until mushroom mixture is hot, stirring to incorporate any browned-on bits from the pan. Spoon mushroom mixture over steaks; serve with leomn wedges. Serves 4. Leaflet Offer: A Cook's Guide to Fresh Mushrooms Whether you're a novice in the kitchen or an experienced cook, a new eight-page leaflet provides all the how-to's you need for making fresh mushrooms a flavorful part of almost any meal. For a free copy of the leaflet, send a stamped, self-addressed, business-sized envelope to: Cook's Guide to Fresh Mushrooms P. O. Box 636 New York, NY 10159-0636 Or email your request to: l-n@mushroominfo.com |
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