Charred Beef Steak and Veggies with Orzo Pasta
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Serves: 4
 
If it is not barbeque weather, use the broiler to sear the steak and veggies, all at 1 time, in the same pan!
Ingredients
  • ½ c chicken broth
  • ¼ c liquid honey
  • 2 T canola oil
  • ½ t Each dried Italian herb seasoning, coarsely ground sea salt & pepper
  • 2 sweet red peppers, cut into chunks
  • 2 c mushrooms, halved
  • 1 small zuchini, thinly sliced
  • 1 lb. top sirloin, about 1 inch thick
  • 1 c fresh or frozen corn kernels
  • 1½ c dried orzo pasta
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • ½ c thinly sliced, oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
  • ¼ c grated partmesan cheese
Instructions
  1. Whisk together chicken broth, honey, canola oil and Italian dressing in a bowl. Season with a generous pinch of pepper.
  2. On large rimmed parchment paper-lined baking sheets toss red peppers, mushrooms & zucchini and half of the broth mixture. Set remaining broth mixture aside.
  3. Season beef with pepper, place of top of vegetables. Place under broiler about 3 inches from heat; broil until lightly charred, about 7 minutes.
  4. If barbeque season: shake veggies and broth in a plastic bag and place in a grill basket. Grill until desired doneness is reached. Place the seasoned steak directly on grill, flip once until desired doneness is achieved.
  5. Meanwhile cook orzo according to package directions, drain & toss with remaining broth mixture, green onions, sun-dried tomatoes and Parmesan cheese, Spoon onto warm deep platter; top with charred mixed vegetables. Thinly slice beef across the grain and arrange over veggies.
Recipe by Food Musings at http://foodmusings.ca/recipes/entrees/charred-beef-steak-and-veggies-with-orzo-pasta/