Best 7 Flank Steak Stuffed With Blue Cheese Spinach And Bacon Recipes

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Flank steak is a lean and flavorful cut of beef that can be cooked in a variety of ways. One popular method is to stuff it with a mixture of blue cheese, spinach, and bacon. This creates a delicious and savory dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. When choosing a flank steak, look for one that is about 1 1/2 pounds in weight and has a uniform thickness. You will also need to purchase blue cheese, spinach, bacon, and any other ingredients that you may want to add to the stuffing. Once you have all of your ingredients, you can begin preparing the flank steak stuffed with blue cheese spinach and bacon.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

STUFFED FLANK STEAK WITH BLUE CHEESE AND BACON



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This sophisticated pairing of blue cheese, arugula and bacon adds elegance and enhances the beefy flavour of the flank steak.

Provided by Recipe and image courtesy of www.ontariomeatandpoultry.ca

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lb (1 kg) Ontario flank steak
½ tsp (2 mL) each salt and freshly ground pepper
6 slices Ontario bacon, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 shallots, minced
2 cups (500 mL) arugula
2 tbsp (30 mL) chopped fresh parsley
¾ cup (175 mL) crumbled blue cheese
¼ cup (60 mL) seasoned croutons, crushed
1 tbsp (15 mL) extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Set the flank steak on a large cutting board. Butterfly the steak lengthwise, so it opens like a book. Pound with a meat mallet so the steak is even, about 1/4-inch (5 mm) thick. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
  • In skillet over medium heat fry bacon, garlic and shallots for 7 to 8 minutes, until bacon is rendered and vegetables are tender. Remove from pan. Add arugula to pan and cook for about 2 minutes. Remove from pan and press to release an excess liquid. Combine with bacon mixture.
  • Spread bacon mixture over steak, leaving a 1-inch (2.5 cm) border. Top with parsley and crumbled blue cheese and crushed croutons. Tightly roll steak lengthwise into a log, tucking in the edges as you roll to enclose the filling. Secure with butcher's twine. Brush the outside with oil.
  • Heat oil in Dutch oven or ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Sear steak for about 4 minutes, turning to brown on all sides.
  • Transfer to oven. Roast for 20 to 25 minutes until medium-rare to medium. Remove from oven and tent for 10 minutes. Slice crosswise into 1/2-inch thick (1 cm) slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 calories, Sugar 2 g, Sodium 467 mg, Fat 15 g, Carbohydrate 6.5 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Cholesterol 73 mg

MARINATED FLANK STEAK WITH BLUE CHEESE SAUCE



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Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/4 pounds beef flank steak
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon brown sugar
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese
2 tablespoons lowfat buttermilk
Dash Worcestershire sauce
1 medium red onion
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
12 radicchio leaves
2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Place the steak pieces between 2 pieces of plastic wrap or parchment and pound to 1/4- inch thickness. Cut into 4 equal pieces, diagonally, against the grain.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon of the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, sugar and garlic. Put the steak into a sealable plastic bag with the marinade and let sit for 30 minutes at room temperature, or 1 hour in the refrigerator.
  • In the meantime, in a small bowl combine the blue cheese and buttermilk with a fork, mashing until creamy. Stir in the Worcestershire and set aside.
  • Spray a large grill pan with cooking spray and preheat over medium-high heat. Cut the onion into 1/4-inch rounds brush both sides with the remaining tablespoon of oil and grill 6 minutes per side. Separate into rings and set aside.
  • Remove the meat from the marinade and season both sides with salt and pepper. Discard the marinade. Cook the meat in the grill pan over medium-high heat for about 3 minutes per side for medium rare.
  • Arrange 3 radicchio leaves and a pile of onions on each serving plate. Top with a piece of steak. Drizzle with blue cheese sauce and top with a sprinkling of parsley.

FLANK STEAK PINWHEELS



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The secret to these pretty flank steak pinwheels lies in their butterfly treatment. Because the steaks are flattened, marinade isn't need. Instead, they're filled with a colorful stuffing of red pepper and spinach and draped with a flavorful, homemade blue cheese sauce. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 bacon strips
1 beef flank steak (1-1/2 pounds)
4 cups fresh baby spinach
1 jar (7 ounces) roasted sweet red peppers, drained
CREAM CHEESE SAUCE:
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup 2% milk
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • Place bacon strips on a microwave-safe plate lined with paper towels. Cover with another paper towel; microwave on high for 2-3 minutes or until partially cooked. , Meanwhile, cut steak horizontally from a long side to within 1/2 in. of opposite side. Open meat so it lies flat; cover with plastic wrap. Flatten to 1/4-in. thickness. Remove plastic. Place spinach over steak to within 1 in. of edges; top with red peppers. , With the grain of the meat going from left to right, roll up jelly-roll style. Wrap bacon strips around beef; secure with toothpicks. Slice beef across the grain into 8 slices. , Grill, covered, over medium heat 5-7 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°). Discard toothpicks., In a small saucepan, combine cream cheese, milk, butter and pepper. Cook and stir over low heat just until smooth (do not boil). Stir in blue cheese. Serve with pinwheels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 509 calories, Fat 34g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 138mg cholesterol, Sodium 812mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 43g protein.

SPINACH AND BLUE CHEESE-STUFFED FLANK STEAK



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I'm always looking for great recipes and experiment alot. Every once in awhile, I discover one that just cries out to be shared. The following is just such a recipe. It really is very easy, but the flavor and presentation is quite "gourmet". My wife and I had it for dinner last night with nothing more than a side dish of herbed and garlic scalloped potatoes and a nice bottle of Pinot Noir. It was YUMMY!!

Provided by NICK SUHADOLNIK

Categories     Steak

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

10 ounces bag frozen chopped spinach, thawed
1/3 cup pine nuts
4 ounces blue cheese
2 tablespoons minced roasted garlic
1 1/4-1 1/2 lbs flank steaks
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 -8 drops liquid smoke

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Place the thawed spinach in the center of a kitchen towel. Holding the towel over the sink, twist it to squeeze excess water out of the spinach.
  • Open the towel and place the spinach in a food processor, along with the pine nuts, blue cheese, and garlic. Pulse until the ingredients form a thick paste.
  • Place the flank steak flat on a work surface and using your fingers and/or a silicone spatula, spread the spinach and cheese mixture evenly over the entire steak.
  • Roll the steak into a cylinder and, using kitchen twine, tie the roll securely about every two inches.
  • Mix one tablespoons olive oil with seasoning salt, pepper and liquid smoke. Brush mixture over the whole outer surface of the steak roll.
  • In a large, deep skillet over medium-high, heat the remaining oil. Add the steak roll and sear one side for about 1 1/2 minutes. Use tongs to rotate the roll 1/4 turn, searing for another 1 1/2 minutes. Continue until all sides are seared.
  • Transfer the roll to a rack, place on a baking sheet or pan and place in oven to roast for 15 to 20 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the roll reads 140 degrees F.
  • Remove from oven, let stand for 5 minutes. Slice, serve, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 527.7, Fat 38.3, SaturatedFat 12.3, Cholesterol 79.4, Sodium 525.8, Carbohydrate 6.7, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 1.2, Protein 40.8

CHEESE-STUFFED FLANK STEAK



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This pretty rolled steak never fails to impress. Pecans add crunch to the cheesy stuffing. Rosemary and thyme subtly flavor the meat.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 beef flank steak (3/4 pound)
1 can (6 ounces) pineapple juice
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
STUFFING:
1/2 cup soft bread crumbs
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons chopped pecans
4-1/2 teaspoons finely chopped onion
4-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon dried minced garlic
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Flatten steak to 1/4-in. thickness. In a bowl, combine the pineapple juice, Worcestershire sauce, onion, thyme, rosemary, salt and pepper. Pour half of the marinade into a resealable plastic bag; add meat. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 4-8 hours. Cover and refrigerate remaining pineapple juice mixture., Drain and discard marinade from meat. For stuffing, in a bowl, combine the bread crumbs, cheese, pecans, onion, parsley and garlic. Sprinkle stuffing over meat. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a short side. Tie with kitchen string., In a small skillet, brown meat in oil until browned on all sides. Pour reserved marinade into skillet. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until tender. Thicken pan juices if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

FLANK STEAK STUFFED WITH SAUSAGE, BASIL, AND CHEESE



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For the fall there is nothing like a crock-pot cooking a hearty dish. This recipe is a classic when combined with buttered steamed spinach, oven roasted potatoes, and a full flavored red wine such as Barola, a Rhone, or a California Merlot.

Provided by Country Chef

Categories     Steak

Time 6h20m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

16 large basil leaves
1 1/2 lbs flank steaks
4 slices swiss cheese (thin slices)
2 sweet Italian sausage links
salt & freshly ground black pepper
string, to tie flank steak
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, thinly sliced
8 garlic cloves
1 cup dry red wine (Burgundy)
1/2 cup beef stock
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 bay leaves
2 fresh basil leaves, chopped

Steps:

  • Arrange basil leaves to cover flank steak, leaving a 1/2-inch border.
  • Place Swiss cheese slices on top of basil leaves.
  • Place sausages end to end lengthwise down the center of the steak.
  • Starting on one end of steak, roll the steak over the sausage. Tie with string to secure. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat oil in large skillet. Add steak roll and brown on all sides, about five minutes.
  • Transfer steak roll to crock pot, seam side up. Scrape all browned bits & oil into crock.
  • Add onions, garlic, wine, beef broth, red wine vinegar, bay leaves, and chopped basil.
  • Medium setting for 6-8 hours.
  • Drain juices into sauce pan, boil gently for five minutes to reduce. Place in gravy server.
  • Slice steak roll into serving portions. Serve with gravy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 559.2, Fat 34.8, SaturatedFat 13, Cholesterol 95.3, Sodium 599.5, Carbohydrate 8.8, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 2.2, Protein 42.4

BAKED FLANK STEAK ROULADE STUFFED WITH BACON AND CHEESE



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Flank steak is tenderized and marinated, before being stuffed, rolled, and baked. Quick and easy to prepare with gourmet results.

Provided by TORA.V

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (1 pound) flank steaks
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 ½ tablespoons Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cloves garlic, crushed
10 slices bacon
½ (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
½ cup shredded Italian cheese blend
¼ cup cooked chopped spinach, squeezed very dry
1 clove garlic, crushed

Steps:

  • Sandwich the flank steaks between waxed paper and pound with a kitchen mallet to tenderize.
  • Whisk olive oil, Italian seasoning, pepper, and garlic for marinade together in a small bowl. Pour into the bottom of a baking dish that's large enough to hold both steaks in a single layer. Add steaks so that one side is touching the marinade; do not flip to coat. Let sit while you prepare the filling.
  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until slightly browned and not yet crispy, about 8 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels.
  • Mix cream cheese, Italian cheese, spinach, and garlic together in a bowl. Spread cheese mixture on the unmarinated side of the steaks. Place 5 bacon strips on top the cheese on each steak. Roll steaks up and pin with toothpicks to secure.
  • Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads 135 to 140 degrees F (57 to 60 degrees C), about 45 minutes. Remove from the oven, cover, and let sit for 5 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.2 calories, Carbohydrate 2.2 g, Cholesterol 60.9 mg, Fat 19.3 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 21.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 403.3 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

Tips:

  • Choose a flank steak that is at least 1 inch thick and has a consistent shape.
  • To make the filling, use a food processor to finely chop the spinach and bacon. Then, add the blue cheese, cream cheese, garlic, and salt and pepper to taste.
  • To stuff the flank steak, make a lengthwise cut down the center of the steak, but don't cut all the way through. Then, open the steak up like a book and spread the filling evenly over the inside.
  • Roll the steak up tightly and secure it with toothpicks or butcher's twine.
  • Sear the steak in a hot skillet until it is browned on all sides. Then, transfer the steak to a baking dish and cook it in a preheated oven until it reaches your desired doneness.
  • Let the steak rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Conclusion:

Flank steak stuffed with blue cheese, spinach, and bacon is a delicious and impressive dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The combination of flavors and textures is sure to please everyone at the table. With a little planning and preparation, you can easily make this dish at home. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to cook flank steak, give this recipe a try.

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