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Little Havana Grilled Beef & Potato Salad
Sharyn Hill
, NEW MEXICO
Total Preparation and Cooking Time: 30 Minutes Makes 6 servings

1

 

beef top round steak, cut 1 inch thick (about 1-1/2 pounds)

2

 

pounds medium unpeeled potatoes (about 2-1/2-inch
diameter), such as yellow flesh or round reds

2

 

teaspoons ground cumin

 

 

Salt and pepper

3/4

 

cup prepared white wine vinaigrette

2

 

cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed, drained

1/2

 

cup chopped fresh cilantro

1. Cut potatoes crosswise in half; place in microwave-safe dish with 1 cup water. Cover; microwave on HIGH 10 to 14 minutes or until almost tender, rearranging once. Rinse under cold running water; drain well.

2. Meanwhile combine cumin and salt and pepper; press evenly onto beef steak. Place steak on grid over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill, uncovered, 16 to 18 minutes for medium rare doneness, turning occasionally. Remove; let stand 5 minutes.

3. About 5 minutes before steak is done, brush potatoes with some of the vinaigrette. Place on grid. Grill 5 to 7 minutes or until golden brown, turning occasionally.

4. Carve steak into thin slices. Combine beef, potatoes, beans, cilantro and remaining vinaigrette; toss gently. Serve immediately.

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