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Pesto Stuffed Steaks

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Use purchased pesto for this simple recipe, or make your own.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 4 (1/2 lb.) beef rib eye steaks, about 1-1/4" thick
  • 1/2 cup basil pesto
  • 6 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 ounces softened cream cheese
  • 2 tablespoons minced green onion
  • 1 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspono pepper

Preparation:

Heat grill. Cut into side of each steak, forming a deep pocket. Be careful not to cut through to opposite side.

In small bowl, mix pesto, Parmesan cheese, cream cheese, and green onion and spread into pockets. Press closed and drizzle oil over beef.

Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place steaks carefully on grill and cook 4-5" from medium coals for 12-15 minutes for medium doneness, turning once. Remove from grill, cover, and let stand for 5-10 minutes. Cut beef into thick strips to serve. 4 servings

User Reviews

 5 out of 5
Perfect just like it is., Guest Steve

This recipe is just wonderful. The pesto is easy to make and adds the best flavor to the steak. I grilled it with a bit of oil with no problem. Make it just like the recipe states and you'll have an excellent dinner in no time.

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