Dinner 10/29/2010

Flank Steak with Caramelized Shallots
Prep time: 10 minutes Marinate time: all day  Cook time: 20 minutes  1/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup sherry vinegar 2 garlic clove(s), crushed 4 teaspoons Dijon mustard, plus more for serving 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 1/2 pounds flank steak 6 shallots , halved or quartered coarse salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste per serving: 358 calories; 30 grams protein; 24 grams total fat; 0 grams fiber; 6 gram saturated fat; 4 grams carbohydrates; 49 mgs cholesterol; 179 mgs sodium		Preheat grill to medium or heat the broiler.  [1] Whisk together the oil, the vinegar, garlic, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce in a large plastic bag. Place steak in bag; turn to coat with marinade. Let steak marinate, all day.  [2] Heat an additional 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shallots; cook, stirring often, until just golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low. Season with salt. Cook, adding 1/4 cup water in batches as needed to keep shallots from sticking, until tender and caramelized, 15 to 18 minutes. Transfer shallots to a plate and tent with foil.  [3] Meanwhile, grill (or broil) the steak, turning once, 7-8 minutes per side for medium-rare. Transfer to a cutting board and let meat rest for 5 minutes. Slice against the grain into 1 inch slices.  [4] Serve the steak with shallots.

Spicy Hash Browns
Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 30 minutes  2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon paprika 3/4 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 4 medium baking potatoes , finely diced olive oil cooking spray per serving: 274 calories; 6 grams protein; 7 grams total fat; 4 grams fiber; 1 gram saturated fat; 49 grams carbohydrates; 0 mgs cholesterol; 313 mgs sodium; 5 weight watcher points		Preheat oven to 400 degrees.  [1] Combine the oil, paprika, chili powder, salt, red pepper and black pepper in a large bowl; stir well. Add potatoes; stir well to coat.  [2] Place potatoes in a single layer on a cookie sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake for 30 minutes or until browned.