Olive Oil & Balsamic Steak Marinade

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup Della Terra Premium Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1/2 cup Della Terra Tradizionale Condimento Dark Balsamic
• 1 head of garlic, crushed with skin on
• 6 sprigs fresh thyme
• 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
• 6 sage leaves
• 1 tsp flaked salt
• 2 tsp Della Terra Teriyaki Dark Balsamic 

 
This recipe is based on 2 large bone-in rib-eye steaks, weighing 16-20 oz. each.

1. In a bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegars and extra virgin olive oil. Add garlic, thyme, rosemary and sage. Place steaks on a deep tray and pour the marinade over steaks. Steaks should be completely covered with marinade.

2. Cover the tray with film and refrigerate for about 12 hours.

3. Preheat oven to 400.

4. Remove the steaks from the marinade and place them on a rack. Rub each steak with 1 tsp flaked salt.

5. Place a heavy-bottomed cast iron pan over medium high heat. Add 1 tbsp. of Extra Virgin Olive Oil. When oil is hot, sear the steaks for about 3 minutes on one side, then flip over and sear for another 3 minutes.

6. Place the steaks in  preheated oven and roast for about 5-7 minutes for medium rare. After removing from oven, let the steaks rest on a cutting board for 4 minutes before slicing.

7. Season to taste with salt and a drizzle of Traditional Balsamic. Serve immediately.

*A sprig is generally defined as a 2- to 4-inch piece of the herb plant.