Chili Espresso Rubbed Steaks with Warm Tomato Sauce

Another great way to use up the abundance of tomatoes from your garden! I used a combination of cherry tomatoes and little yellow pear tomatoes. This is a quick grilling recipe that is sure to please!

serves 8 ( 5 points +)

• 4 tsp. espresso powder
• 2 tsp. garlic powder
• 2 tsp. cumin
• 2 tsp. dried oregano
• 2 tsp. chili powder
• 2 tsp. black pepper
• 2 ( 1 lb. each) flank steaks
• 2 c. cherry or grape tomatoes
• 1 tsp. dried parsley
• 1 tsp. olive oil
• 1 tsp. tarragon vinegar
• ½ tsp. salt

Combine first 6 ingredients in a small bowl. Rub over both sides of steak. Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Grill until desired doneness. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.
Meanwhile, place tomatoes in a food processor with olive oil, parsley, vinegar and salt. Pulse until coarsely chopped. Place tomato mixture in a microwave safe bowl and microwave for 1 minute. Serve over steak.


adapted from "Cooking Light"