flank steak florentine

6 Pinches
Gulf Breeze, FL
Updated on Dec 30, 2017

My local grocery store sells this pre-made at the butcher case. I thought I'd see if I could come up with a tastier version!

prep time 25 Min
cook time 1 Hr 50 Min
method Bake
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds flank steak, (2 1-pound steaks)
  • 10 ounces package frozen, chopped spinach
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 3/4 cup soft breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 dash black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 8 ounces can tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup burgundy wine
  • 1/2 cup onion, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

How To Make flank steak florentine

  • Step 1
    Pound stead to 1/4 inch thickness, using a meat mallet or a rolling pin. Set aside.
  • Step 2
    Cook the spinach according to the package directions. Drain well. Combine spinach, egg, and the next 5 ingredients in a medium bowl; stir well. Spread half of the spinach mixture over each flank steak to within 1 inch of the sides. Roll up the steaks , starting with the short sides. Tie with heavy kitchen string at 2-inch intervals.
  • Step 3
    Brown the steaks in hot oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the steaks in an ungreased 11 x 7 x 1 1/2 inch baking dish.
  • Step 4
    Combine the tomato sauce, wine, onion, and garlic; pour over the steaks. Cover and bake at 350° for 1 1/2 hours. Remove the steaks to a serving platter, reserving the tomato sauce mix. Set aside and keep warm.
  • Step 5
    Add enough water to the tomato mixture to measure 1 3/4 cups. Place tomato sauce mixture in a small saucepan. Combine 1/4 cup water and flour, stirring until smooth. Stir the flour mixture into the tomato sauce mixture. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture is thickened and bubbly.
  • Step 6
    To serve, slice the steak diagonally across the grain into 1 inch slices. Serve with the tomato gravy.

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Category: Beef
Ingredient: Beef
Method: Bake
Culture: Southern

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