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Steak Sandwiches with Tomato Pesto

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Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 4 sandwiches

Ingredients

2 garlic cloves, chopped
6 tablespoons olive oil
1/3 cup drained bottled dried tomatoes packed in oil
1/3 cup packed fresh basil leaves
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1 pound sliced medium-rare steak (about 2 cups)
eight 1/2-inch slices sourdough bread, toasted lightly

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    In a small saucepan cook garlic in oil over moderately low heat, stirring, until softened and cool. In a small food processor or blender purée tomatoes, basil, oil mixture, and vinegar until pesto is smooth.

    Step 2

    In a bowl toss steak with half of pesto and spread remaining pesto on bread. Divide steak among 4 bread slices and top with remaining 4 slices.

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