Garlicky Steak Salad

Cindy's favorite way to eat a salad is with sliced steak over top. This recipe is a take on one of her favorite restaurant dishes. A few steps and worth every second! Great for company!

Ingredients:

• 1 pound Flank Steak
• 2-3 tablespoons Austin Steak Rub
  
• ½ pound bacon
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes
• 4 tablespoons Garlic Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 4 tablespoons Garden Herb Vinegar 
• 1/2 cup red onion, sliced
• 4-6 cups mixed greens
• ½ cup Blue Cheese Crumbles

 Directions:

1. Season the steak liberally with Austin Steak Rub . Set aside while you cook the bacon.
2. Cut the bacon into ¼” pieces and place in a large, cold skillet. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, cooking the bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon from the pan and set aside. Drain any excess grease off of the pan.
3. Turn the heat up to medium-high. Add the steak to the hot pan and cook for 5 – 7 minutes for medium to medium-rare. Flip the steak. Remove the meat from the heat and allow to rest.
4. Slice the steak on the diagonal into thin strips.
5. Whisk oil and vinegar together. Arrange the greens on a serving platter. Now place steak on greens. Top with the tomatoes, red onion, blue cheese crumbles, bacon, and finish by drizzling with dressing. Enjoy!