Steak Pizzaiola with Salad, Bread and Pasta

STEAK PIZZAIOLA

3 tbs olive oil 3 bell peppers, cut into thin strips 1 onion, cut into thick slices 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper 3 cloves garlic, chopped 3 cups chunky marinara sauce 1/2 tsp sugar 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes 1 1/2 pounds boneless sirloin steak 3/4 pound linguine pasta 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 loaf crusty Italian bread 12 oz bag Caesar salad with dressing

Heat broiler.* Bring a pot of salted water to boiling. Heat 2 tbs oil in skillet. Add peppers and onion, saute until tender. Season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp pepper. Set aside.

Heat remaining oil in saucepan. Add garlic, cook until softened. Add marinara, 1/4 tsp salt, sugar, Italian seasoning and pepper flakes, cook 5 min. Season the steak on both sides with remaining salt and pepper. Broil steak until done. Let rest 5 min. Slice steak across the grain.

Lower oven temp to 400 degrees.* Cook the linguine following package directions. Drain. Place the meat in a glass baking dish. Spoon 1 1/2 cups sauce over the meat. Arrange half the onions and peppers over the sauce, sprinkle with the mozzarella. Bake until cheese melts and is heated through.

TO SERVE---Toss pasta with remaining pepper mixture and remaining sauce, place on platter. Lift steak slices out of dish and place over the top of pasta. Serve with Pamesan, bread and the salad. MAKES 6 SERVINGS OF STEAK PIZZAIOLA.*

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 * Catsrecipes Y-Group