Grilled Flank Steak with Basil Dressing

Name: Grilled Flank Steak with Basil Dressing
Yield: Serves 6
Ingredients: 1 (2-pound), flank steak, trimmed; 2 teaspoons, sugar; 1/2 teaspoon, salt; 1/2 teaspoon, pepper; 1/4 cup, extra-virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil; 1 , shallot, minced; 2 tablespoons, red wine vinegar; 2 teaspoons, lemon juice; 1 teaspoon, honey; 1 , garlic clove, minced; 1/2 teaspoon, red pepper flakes; 1/2 teaspoon, salt; 1/4 teaspoon, pepper

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Appears in Cook's Country June/July 2018

Main Courses

Beef

Grilling & Barbecue

SERVES6

TIME1¼ hours, plus 1 hour brining

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WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS

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