Sunday, January 3, 2010

Balsamic Steak Tenderloins

Are you looking for a variation on steak?  The best and most simple solution to dressing up your meat is balsamic vinegar.  I got this idea from Olive Garden, when the steaks in my main dish alfredo with bleu cheese were drizzled in a balsamic reduction.  It was absolutely delectable.  It's also perfectly simple to do at home.

When pan-frying a good cut of steak, preferably tenderloins, brown on both sides in a bit of olive oil or butter on medium high heat.  Add salt and pepper.  When both sides are seared, drizzle some balsamic vinegar over the steak and allow it to thicken up as the steak is cooking to desired doneness on medium.  I've also added chopped tomatoes and let them break down with the balsamic glaze, and it is so good!