Description
Stuffed steak pinwheels are a delightful fusion of tender beef and savory fillings, creating a mouthwatering experience with each bite. The crispy exterior gives way to a juicy, flavorful interior, bursting with the richness of herbs and cheese, making them irresistible for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Pinwheels:
- 1 lb flank steak, pounded to 1/4 inch thickness
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- For the Marinade:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, oregano, and basil to create the marinade.
- Place the flank steak in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over it, ensuring it is well coated. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine spinach, cream cheese, mozzarella, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Spread the filling evenly over the marinated flank steak.
- Starting from one end, tightly roll the steak into a log shape and secure with kitchen twine or toothpicks.
- Place the rolled steak on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) for medium-rare.
- Remove from the oven, let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into pinwheels and serve.
Notes
- Make-ahead: You can prepare the pinwheels a day in advance and store them in the refrigerator before baking.
- Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Substitutions: Use different cheeses like feta or goat cheese for a unique flavor, or swap spinach for kale.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: main dishes
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pinwheels
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 5 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 80 milligrams
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