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Food For Thought/Moving in May - Marching through PortugalDear Friends,We're on a roll and Portugal is next on the map; another European country that has gorgeous fare with boundless flavor. That's what I call Cuisine, capital C! Portuguese food is part of the healthy, Mediterranean-style diet whose guidelines we should all be following and this recipe is no exception. The key to eating food this rich and delicious is portion control on the protein and beefing it up (so to speak) on the veggies. So with that in mind, let's get cooking! Don't forget to follow the serving suggestions so I can Count You In! :-) Portuguese Steaks Serves 4 3/4 cup of red wine 1/4 cup beef broth (use low sodium, if available) 12 cloves garlic, pressed (yes, TWELVE) 1 tablespoon chili paste (this is found in the ethnic section of your grocery store) salt and pepper to taste pinch of white pepper 4 (4 ounces each) filet mignons (or sirloins, but well trimmed of all fat) 2-4 tablespoons olive oil (NOT extra virgin, it will burn) In a large zipper topped bag, combine everything but the steak and oil. Add the beef, close up the bag; turn to coat. Let sit in the fridge overnight if you like, but can be left in the fridge for as little as an hour. When you are ready to cook, pull the beef out of the fridge and allow to come to room temperature. Once it's "warmed up", it's IMPERATIVE you cook it immediately! Now is the time. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil. When hot, add steaks and cook about 2 minutes on each side. Now add the marinade from the bag, turn up the heat and simmer the steaks for at least 3 minutes, or longer, depending on how well done you like your steak. Serve and enjoy! SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Ramp it up with steamed broccoli and baked sweet potatoes. Add a big green salad, starting with Romaine, chunks of apple, blue cheese crumbles, walnuts and tossed with a vinaigrette, yum! Love, Leanne *************** Kelly here - Leanne is keeping us informed of fun and healthy foods as we continue our Moving in May Virtual Tour of the World. Don't forget to go to www.flylady.net and post your moving minutes. 15 minutes worth of moving equals a mile on our trek around the globe. We have been to Italy, Greece, and Portugal - where will we go next? Leanne has more fun articles and info on her website www.savingdinner.com - go and check out her menu planning ideas and subscription plans - super easy and quick ways to save dinner at your house! [Home] [Join FlyLady] [Contact Us] [About FlyLady] [Privacy Statement] [Terms & Conditions] FlyLady.net "This is FlyLady's List that has grown by leaps and bounds..." Copyright 2001 - 2008 FlyLady and Company, Inc. 
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