Balsamic-marinated Sirloin And Asparagus

Total Time: 30 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 boneless beef top sirloin steak, cut 1-inch thick (about 1-1/4 lbs.)
• 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
• 1 1/2 teaspoons dijon-style mustard
• 1 clove garlic, crushed
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper

Recipe

• 1 in a small bowl, combine vinegar, oil, basil, mustard, garlic and sugar to make marinade. place steak and 1/3-cup of the marinade in a sealable plastic bag. close bag securely, turn to coat steak and marinate in refrigerator 15 minutes to 2 hours, turning occasionally. cover and refrigerate remaining marinade.
• 2 meanwhile, bring 1-inch of water to a boil in a large skillet. add the asparagus and reduce heat to medium-low. cover and cook 2-3 minutes or until asparagus is just crisp-tender. drain asparagus and combine with the reserved marinade tossing to coat.
• 3 remove the steak from the marinade and discard used marinade. grill over medium heat or medium coals. grill uncovered for 16-20 minutes for medium rare (145° f) to medium (160° f) doneness, turning once.
• 4 season steak and asparagus with the salt and pepper. carve steak crosswise into slices and serve with the asparagus.