Rolled Flank Steak

• lbs flank steaks↗1 1⁄2
• garlic cloves↗6
• cups croutons↗1 1⁄2
• tablespoons chopped Italian parsley2
• teaspoon sea salt↗1⁄2
• tablespoons olive oil↗2
• kitchen string
• tablespoons butter↗2
• Italian parsley, sprigs for garnish↗

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Pre-heat oven to 400º.

2. 2

   In a small sauce pan cover the garlic cloves with water and simmer until softened- about 20 minutes; add more water if necessary.

3. 3

   Drain and let cool.

4. 4

   Combine softened garlic, croutons, parsley, salt and olive oil a small bowl or mortar and crush ingredients till a coarse paste is formed.

5. 5

   Spoon paste on top of flank steak.

6. 6

   Roll steak with the grain (lengthwise) and tie approximately every 2 inches with kitchen string to hold position of roll.

7. 7

   (Steak will look similar to a jelly roll with the garlic and crouton mixture inside the roll.) Melt butter in skillet and sauté the steak on all sides till lightly brown.

8. 8

   Place steak in oven-proof pan and bake in 400º oven for 10 minutes.

9. 9

   Reduce heat to 225º and continue roasting for approximately 1 1/2 hours.

10. 10

    To serve- slice the flank steak across the grain in approximately two inch rounds, remove strings, and drizzle lightly with olive oil if desired.

11. 11

    Garnish each round with parsley.