Episode #018 - - Armish with Iphones

Balsamic-Marinated Sirloin & Asparagus

Approx 1 + Lbs boneless sirloin steak (or whatever steak you want to use)

¼ C balsamic vinegar

2 Tbsp olive oil

1 Tbsp chopped fresh basil

1 ½ Tsp Dijon-style mustard

1 clove garlic, crushed/minced

½ Tsp sugar

Prep

Combine marinade ingredients.  (Double the recipe if you prefer more marinade)

(Pound out the steak if you wish).  Place steak and 1/3 C of the marinade in a gallon Ziploc bag.  Knead to mix and coat.  Refrig.  1-2 hours, or overnight for more flavor.

(Refrig. remaining marinade until ready to use with asparagus).   Steam asparagus (leave spears long for ease of grilling) until crisp tender, or desired firmness.  In a shallow dish, combine asparagus and remaining marinade.  Marinade 1-2 hours, or overnight for more flavor.

Grilling

Grill steak to desired done-ness.  During the last few minutes of grilling the steak, place asparagus on grill and cook to desired consistency/char.