Shelly's Recipe

STEAKS WITH ZESTY MERLOT SAUCE

Category: Steaks - Beef

1/2 cup merlot wine
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 tsp sugar
1 tsp beef bouillon granules
1/2 tsp dried thyme leaves
2 beef rib eye steaks (8 ounces each)
2 tbsp finely chopped parsley

Combine wine, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, sugar, bouillon granules and thyme; set aside.

Heat large nonstick skillet over high heat until hot. Add steaks; cook 3 minutes on each side. Turn steaks again and cook 3 to 6 minutes longer over medium heat or until desired doneness. Cut steaks in half; arrange on serving platter. Place in oven to keep warm.

Add wine mixture to same skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1 minute, scraping up any brown bits. Spoon over steaks. Sprinkle with parsley; serve immediately. Serves 4