Grilled Pesto-Stuffed Tenderloin Steaks
Prep Time: 20 min
Makes: 2 servings
The bold basil flavor of pesto blends beautifully in the grilled steak, and it's ready in just 20 minutes!
2 (1-inch-thick) beef tenderloin steaks (about 3/4 lb.)
2 tablespoons purchased pesto
1 teaspoon oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon pepper
1. Heat grill. With narrow sharp knife, make a 1-inch slit in one side of each steak. Make a pocket in each steak by moving knife around inside of steak. DO NOT ENLARGE THE 1-INCH OPENING.
2. Spoon half of pesto into each steak, spreading it around the inside of the steak. Brush all sides of steaks with oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
3. When ready to grill, place steaks on gas grill over medium heat or on charcoal grill 4 to 6 inches from medium coals. Cook 7 to 11 minutes or until of desired doneness, turning once.
Note
To broil steaks, place on broiler pan; broil 4 to 6 inches from heat using times above as a guide, turning once.