STEAKS WITH MOLASSES-GLAZED ONIONS

Steaks with Molasses-Glazed Onions image

Steak is our favorite, but I wanted something a little different using ingredients I had in the pantry. This one brings smiles to all who try it. -Marie Rizzio, Interlochen, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 bacon strips, diced
2 beef top sirloin steaks (6 ounces each)
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
1 large sweet onion, thinly sliced
1-1/2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon molasses

Steps:

In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain, reserving 1-1/2 teaspoons drippings in skillet and 1-1/2 teaspoons drippings in a small bowl. Set bowl aside., Sprinkle steaks with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. In skillet, cook steaks over medium heat for 4-6 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°). Remove and keep warm., Add onion and reserved drippings to the skillet; saute until tender. Add vinegar, molasses and remaining salt and pepper; heat through. Serve onion mixture with steaks; sprinkle with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 837mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 40g protein.