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Dietitians Dish – June 14, 2021

A Royal Breakfast for Dad!

On Father’s Day morning, treat Dad to a breakfast fit for a king! Steak and eggs is a dad-worthy meal that is sure to fuel him up for his special day. Pair a protein-rich strip steak with a delicious, creamy and nutrient-rich take on scrambled eggs. Flavorful foods filled with immune-boosting nutrients, such as wild mushrooms and leeks, give this elegant pairing a boost of Vitamins A, B, and D. Impress dad with this hearty, protein-packed breakfast duo. It may just become your family’s signature meal throughout the summer grilling season.
Grilled Marinated Strip Steak

Grilled Marinated Strip Steak

Ingredients

  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 2 Tbsps. Dijon mustard
  • 2 Tbsps. Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp. chopped fresh thyme
  • 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
  • 4 New York strip steaksm (about 6 ounces each)

Directions:

  • In medium bowl, whisk all ingredients except steaks. Place steaks in large zip-top plastic bag;
    pour oil mixture over steaks. Seal bag, pressing out excess air; refrigerate at least 1 or up to 8 hours.
  • Prepare outdoor grill for direct grilling over medium-high heat. Remove steaks from marinade; discard marinade. Place steaks on hot grill rack; cover and cook 10 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 140° for medium-rare, turning once. Transfer steaks to cutting board; tent with aluminum foil and let stand 10 minutes.
    (Internal temperature will rise 5 to 10° upon standing.)

Wild Mushroom, Leek & Chevre Scrambled Eggs

Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 8 oz. wild mushrooms, chopped
  • 1/4 cup sliced leeks
  • 1 tsp. chopped fresh chives
  • 1 tsp. chopped fresh tarragon
  • 2 Tbsps. unsalted butter
  • 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
  • 8 large eggs
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
  • 3 Tbsps. chèvre cheese

Directions:

  • In large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; add mushrooms and cook 4 minutes or until almost tender, stirring occasionally. Add leeks; cook 3 minutes or until mushrooms and leeks are tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in chives and tarragon; cook 1 minute. Transfer mushroom mixture to bowl; cover to keep warm.
  • In small microwave-safe bowl, heat 1 tablespoon butter in microwave oven on high 30 seconds or until melted.
  • In medium bowl, whisk eggs, salt, pepper and melted butter. In large nonstick skillet, melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Add egg mixture; cook 4 minutes or to desired doneness, stirring occasionally to scramble. Fold in cheese and mushroom mixture; cook 1 minute or until heated through.