Flank Steak Roll Ups - Easy Budget Recipes (2024)

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If you are looking for a way to stretch your budget and still enjoy steak, this recipe is for you. They’re an easy gourmet twist on steak that’s more economical than serving steak on its own.

This recipe costs about $33.14 to make six servings. It costs approximately $5.52 per serving.

These Flank Steak Pinwheels are perfect for every occasion

The extra filling stretches how much steak you actually need per person. This is a great meal for a special occasion, such as a fun family Valentine’s Day dinner, birthday dinner, graduation celebration, or to impress your guests over the weekend.

The dish is impressive looking but really pretty simple to make. Our step-by-step instructions and pictures show you exactly how to make them. You will wow your friends and family with these gourmet pinwheels that are a favorite cut of meat with a twist.

Ingredients for Steak Pinwheels

Our recipe calls for just seven ingredients:

• Flank steak
• Boursin cream cheese
• Cracked peppercorns
• Unsalted butter
• Minced garlic
• Provolone cheese
• Spinach

Helpful tools for making Pinwheel Steak

• measuring spoons
• cutting board
• Chef’s knife
• 10-inch cast-iron skillet
• meat mallet
• solid turner
• instant-read thermometer

How do you pick a good flank steak?

The main thing to look for when baking this dish is to ensure that it is even throughout. This makes it much easier to pound flat, and when it is flatter, it will cook faster and more evenly.

How to make Steak Pinwheels

1. First, place the steak on a cutting board between two large pieces of plastic wrap. Then, pound each side of the steak until it is 1/4-inch thick.
2. Next, season both sides of the steak. Then, spread Boursin cream cheese over one side of the steak and top with three slices of provolone cheese and spinach.
3. Roll the steak up tightly. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for fifteen minutes. This will make slicing the steak into pinwheels much easier.
4. Remove the plastic wrap. Tie the steak with twine every 1 1/2 inches and trim the extra twine.
5. Use a sharp knife to cut the steak into six pieces 1-1 1/2 inches apart. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
6. While the oven is preheating, preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Place the steak pinwheels in the pan and cook until browned on both sides.
7. Finally, place the pan in the oven for eight to ten minutes. Remove the steak from the oven and tent with foil for five minutes. Cut the twine and remove it before serving.



Pinwheel Steak Substitutions

This recipe is versatile because you can stuff the flank steak with virtually any toppings besides the suggested Boursin cream cheese, Provolone, and spinach. We especially like:

• arugula
• Havarti
• cheddar
• blue cheese crumbles
• pimento cheese
• roasted red peppers
• deli ham
• prosciutto
• salami

Rolled Up Flank Steak Variations

This recipe is versatile because you can stuff the flank steak with virtually any toppings besides the suggested Boursin cream cheese, Provolone, and spinach. We especially like:

• arugula
• Havarti
• cheddar
• blue cheese crumbles
• pimento cheese
• roasted red peppers
• deli ham
• prosciutto
• salami

Storing leftover Flank Steak Roll Ups

These steak roll ups will stay fresh if stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up up to three days.

How long is it good for:

Serve: You can keep the finished pinwheels at room temperature for up to 2 hours before they will need to be stored in the refrigerator.

Freeze: We do not recommend freezing the pinwheels. The cheese and spinach do not freeze and then thaw well.

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How to reheat Flank Steak Pinwheels

If you have the time, the best way to reheat these pinwheels is in the oven. Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F, put the pinwheels on a baking sheet, cover them with foil, and bake them for twenty to thirty minutes.

However, you can reheat them in a microwave if you do not have time to reheat them in the oven. Cook them on low to medium heat in thirty-second increments until the steak is heated through.

Making Flank Steak Roll Ups with Kids

Ages 2-3: Have your kiddo place the cheese slices on the steak. This will be a great time to practice counting!

Ages 4-5:Teach them how to pound the steak flat with the rubber mallet. Be sure to discuss proper hand-washing techniques before and after pounding the meat.

Ages 6-8: Let your child roll the steak. They can also assist with tying the twine around the steak.

Ages 9-11: Supervise them while they prepare the entire recipe. Remember to have them read it twice before beginning the recipe.

Ages 12+: Let them prepare the entire recipe unsupervised while you do the happy dance in the corner!



Rolled Up Flank Steak FAQs

Is flank steak tough or tender?

Flank Steak is a tougher cut of meat. Thin slices are best for this meat. Also, follow the directions correctly when cooking the steak, as cooking the meat for too long can result in a tougher steak.

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Rolled Up Flank Steak

Recipe Cost 33.14

Serving Cost 5.52

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

These Flank Steak Pinwheels are stuffed with cheese, herbs, and spinach. They’re an easy gourmet twist on steak.

Servings: 6 people

Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 5 minutes mins

Equipment

• Measuring spoons

• cutting board

• chef's knife

• 10-inch cast-iron skillet

• meat mallet

• solid turner

• cooking twine

• plastic wrap

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• instant-read thermometer

Ingredients

• 2.25 pound flank steak
• 5.2 oz Boursin cream cheese any flavor
• 1 Tablespoon cracked peppercorns
• 1 Tablespoon minced garlic
• 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter
• coarse salt
• 3 slices Provolone cheese
• 1 cup spinach

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Instructions

POUND STEAK:

• Place steak on a cutting board between 2 large pieces of plastic wrap.

• Pound each side of the steak using a meat mallet until the steak is an even 1/4-inch thickness.

FILL STEAK:

• Remove plastic wrap and season both sides of the steak with peppercorns and garlic.

• Spread Boursin cream cheese evenly on one side of the steak.

• Top with 3 slices of provolone cheese and spinach.

ROLL AND TIE STEAK:

• Starting at one side of the long edge, roll the steak up tightly. Wrap in plastic wrap and freeze for 15 minutes.

• Remove the plastic wrap. Starting at the center of the steak, slide a piece of twine under the steak and tie.

• Then, tie 5 more pieces of twine around the steak that are approximately 1 ½ inch apart. Trim the twine.

CUT STEAK:

• Use a sharp knife to cut the steak into 6 pieces that are roughly 1-1 ½ inches thick.

PREHEAT OVEN:

• Move the oven rack to the middle position and preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

COOK STEAK:

• Preheat a grill pan (that is oven-safe) or a 10-12-inch cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.

• Place steak pinwheels in the pan and cook until browned, about 2-3 minutes. Use a spatula to flip and cook until browned on the other side, about 2 minutes.

• Place the pan or skillet into the preheated oven and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the pinwheels reach the desired doneness. Use an instant-read thermometer and the chart in the notes to determine your desired doneness.

REST STEAK:

• Remove the steak pinwheels from the oven and tent with foil for 5 minutes.

FINISH AND SERVE:

• Cut the twine and remove. Serve.

Notes

Use an instant-read thermometer to determine your desired doneness. Please note that the steak’s internal temperature increases a few degrees as its tented and rests.

• RARE: 125 degrees F
• MEDIUM-RARE: 135 degrees F
• MEDIUM: 145 degrees F
• MEDIUM-WELL: 155 degrees F
• WELL DONE: 165 degrees F

Nutrition

Serving: 1pinwheel | Calories: 409kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 144mg | Sodium: 331mg | Potassium: 643mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 932IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 139mg | Iron: 3mg

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