Guy Fieri's Bloody Mary Flank Steak

Here’s a recipe from the June issue of Costco Connection that caught Tina’s eye – and we’re going to try it out soon. It’s an original creation from Food Network star Guy Fieri – who’s featured on the cover of the magazine, dedicated this month, appropriately enough, to grilling recipes from famous chefs.

The delicious flank steak takes quite a bit of prep (well worth it), but requires only about 20 minutes cooking time. Enjoy.

Ingredients:
1 cup vegetable juice (recommended: V-8)
1/2 cup vodka
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon hot sauce
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon celery seed
1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
¼ cup olive oil
1 pound flank steak
Small celery stalks and leaves and grilled tomatoes, for garnish (optional)

In a large bowl, thoroughly mix all the ingredients except for the flank steak and. garnish. Pour half of the marinade in a 1 gallon zip-lock bag.

Add the flank steak. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 8 and up to 24 hours.

Pour the remaining marinade into a saucepan over medium-high heat and simmer 10 to 15 minutes until it is reduced by half, Season to taste.

Preheat the grill to high or heat a skillet over high heat. Remove the flank steak from the marinade and wipe the excess liquid off with paper towels.(Discard the meat’s marinade) Grill or pan sear both sides, then lower heat to medium and cook to medium rare (135 degrees), 8 to 10 minutes..

Let the steak rest, covered with foil, for 5 to 10 minutes. Cut on the bias across the grain and serve with the reduced marinade. If desired garnish with celery and tomatoes.

Photos courtesy of Costco Connection and the Food Network