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Bacon Steak Delight

Irresistibly Juicy Bacon-Wrapped Steak

2servings
40 min
Easy
Worth the slow weekend prepMacros ready to logPlan-friendly portions
Bacon Steak Delight

About this recipe

Combine the irresistible crunch of bacon with the succulent tenderness of steak in this modern take on a classic dish. Delightfully simple and packed with flavor, this recipe wraps juicy steak with crispy bacon, making it a showstopper at any meal.

Ingredients

  • 4 strips of bacon
  • 2 sirloin steaks
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

  2. 2

    Arrange bacon strips on a baking sheet and bake for 6-8 minutes until they begin to brown but remain pliable. Drain on paper towels.

  3. 3

    Wrap each steak with two bacon strips and secure with kitchen twine or toothpicks.

  4. 4

    Season steaks with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.

  5. 5

    Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.

  6. 6

    Add steaks and sear for 4 minutes on each side for medium-rare. Use an oven mitt to tilt the pan and baste steaks with melted fat.

  7. 7

    Transfer skillet to the oven and roast for an additional 5 minutes or until desired doneness.

  8. 8

    Let steaks rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Chef's tip

Make sure to let the steak rest for full flavor development.

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