Manitoba Grilled Steak & Brie Sandwich
Great Tastes 2011/2012
- 1 package (6) ciabatta buns
- 1 lb (500 g) Beef Sirloin Tip Steaks, boneless fast-fry
- 1 tbsp (15 mL) canola oil
- 1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt and pepper
- 1/2 tsp (2 mL) garlic powder
- 1 (1) Anjou pear, thinly sliced
- 1/2 lb (250 g) brie cheese, sliced (1/4-inch thick)
- 1/2 lb (250 g) fresh asparagus spears, cooked until tender-crisp, drained
- 1 tsp (5 mL) olive oil
- pinch of (1) salt and pepper to taste
Marinade: Rub tip steaks with oil, salt, pepper and garlic powder; refrigerate for 20 minutes.
Sauté: Over medium heat sauté asparagus in olive oil, salt and pepper. Cool, thinly slice in 3-inch length strips.
Grill: Over an indoor grill at medium-high heat, grill steaks for 1 minute per side; let rest 5 minutes. Cut in 1/2-inch pieces.
Assembly: Spread honey basil mayo on bottom half of bun, place asparagus, pear and steak slices. Top with brie; spread Dijon mustard on top half of bun.
Serve with: Appleton Estate 21 year (Rum, Jamaica) served straight up or with a splash of water.

