Cheese-Stuffed Flank Steak

Health score
28%
Cheese-Stuffed Flank Steak
55 min.
2
646kcal

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our Cheese-Stuffed Flank Steak, a dish that promises to impress both your taste buds and your dinner guests. This savory main course combines the rich flavors of tender beef flank steak with a delectable stuffing that features a harmonious blend of cheese, herbs, and crunchy pecans. Perfect for a cozy lunch or an elegant dinner, this recipe is not only delicious but also easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for both novice cooks and seasoned chefs alike.

Imagine the aroma wafting through your kitchen as the flank steak marinates in a zesty mixture of pineapple juice and Worcestershire sauce, infusing the meat with a tangy sweetness. The stuffing, a delightful combination of soft bread crumbs, sharp cheddar cheese, and fragrant herbs, adds a burst of flavor that complements the beef beautifully. As you roll up the steak and sear it to perfection, the anticipation builds for the moment you slice into this mouthwatering dish, revealing the gooey cheese and savory filling inside.

With a total preparation and cooking time of just 55 minutes, this Cheese-Stuffed Flank Steak is a fantastic option for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. At 646 calories per serving, it’s a satisfying choice that doesn’t compromise on flavor. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this exquisite dish that is sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 pound flank steak 
  • 0.5 cup breadcrumbs soft
  • 0.3 teaspoon garlic dried minced
  • 0.3 teaspoon rosemary dried crushed
  • 0.5 teaspoon thyme dried
  • 4.5 teaspoons parsley fresh minced
  • 4.5 teaspoons onion finely chopped
  • tablespoons pecans chopped
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper 
  • ounces pineapple rings canned
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • tablespoon vegetable oil 
  • tablespoon worcestershire sauce 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • ziploc bags
  • kitchen twine

Directions

  1. Flatten steak to 1/4-in. thickness. In a bowl, combine the pineapple juice, Worcestershire sauce, onion, thyme, rosemary, salt and pepper.
  2. 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.
  3. Drain and discard marinade from meat. For stuffing, in a bowl, combine the bread crumbs, cheese, pecans, onion, parsley and garlic.
  4. Sprinkle stuffing over meat.
  5. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a short side. Tie with kitchen string.
  6. In a small skillet, brown meat in oil until browned on all sides.
  7. 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

Calories646kcal
Protein29.86%
Fat46.98%
Carbs23.16%

Properties

Glycemic Index
101.5
Glycemic Load
0.35
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
30.26217379259%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.07mg
Delphinidin
0.73mg
Catechin
0.72mg
Epigallocatechin
0.56mg
Epicatechin
0.08mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.23mg
Apigenin
0.49mg
Isorhamnetin
0.23mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.91mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:645.9kcal
32.29%
Fat:33.67g
51.8%
Saturated Fat:10.95g
68.44%
Carbohydrates:37.33g
12.44%
Net Carbohydrates:33.81g
12.29%
Sugar:15.35g
17.05%
Cholesterol:130.31mg
43.44%
Sodium:875.28mg
38.06%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:48.14g
96.29%
Selenium:65.87µg
94.1%
Vitamin B3:12.84mg
64.2%
Vitamin B6:1.18mg
58.99%
Zinc:8.54mg
56.91%
Phosphorus:559.98mg
56%
Manganese:0.77mg
38.3%
Vitamin B1:0.56mg
37.06%
Vitamin B12:1.94µg
32.36%
Calcium:321.82mg
32.18%
Iron:5.28mg
29.35%
Vitamin B2:0.47mg
27.89%
Potassium:885.33mg
25.3%
Vitamin K:26.24µg
24.99%
Copper:0.44mg
21.93%
Magnesium:84.27mg
21.07%
Folate:66.19µg
16.55%
Vitamin B5:1.43mg
14.35%
Fiber:3.53g
14.11%
Vitamin C:9.98mg
12.1%
Vitamin E:1.47mg
9.81%
Vitamin A:367.52IU
7.35%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.13%