Keep it Simple with a Steak Sandwich

Im not a huge red meat person, but sometimes a girl has just got to have a steak. This sandwich is one of my favorite ways to enjoy it! A good steak sandwich is a wonderful thing, indeed. I love roasting tomatoes in the oven because they get a nice, rich caramelized flavor, which is perfect right now as we are at the tail-end of tomato season. I love the big, juicy heirlooms in particular, which are available at many farmers' markets and come in a variety of sunny colors. For the steak, I love to sear it in a smoking hot skillet with just a sprinkle of salt. If youve never tried this preparation method, you are missing out! Its quick and most importantly, incredibly easy to do. The key here is to buy a very tender cut of meat, since you are using it for a sandwich. I really like tenderloin for this purpose---definitely not a tougher cut like skirt or flank. Save those for tacos! Enjoy these sandwiches as a Fall or Winter lunch or dinner! I know they will soon become a favorite in your house, too.

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Jenna Weber is half of the Fresh Tastes blog team. She graduated from Le Cordon Bleu in 2008 and, since then, has worked as a pastry chef, bread baker and freelance food editor. Currently, Jenna blogs full-time on EatLiveRun.com where her delicious daily recipes and quirky culinary musings appeal to thousands. She lives in Northern California and, when not in the kitchen, can usually be found on her yoga mat.