Beef, It's What's for Dinner



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	This recipe is an excellent source of protein, niacin, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, selenium and zinc; and a good source of iron.

Beef Kabobs with Parmesan Orzo


		Ingredients:
1		pound boneless beef top sirloin steak, cut 1 inch thick
2		red or yellow bell peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces
1		tablespoon chopped fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil
1		tablespoon prepared Italian dressing
2		large cloves garlic, minced
		Parmesan Orzo:
1		cup uncooked orzo pasta, cooked
2 to 3		tablespoons chopped fresh basil or parsley
2		tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
2		teaspoons olive oil

		Instructions:
1.		Soak eight 8-inch bamboo skewers in water 10 minutes.
2.		Cut beef steak into 1-1/4-inch pieces. Toss beef and bell peppers with 1 tablespoon basil, dressing and garlic in large bowl. Alternately thread beef and peppers onto skewers.
3.		Toss orzo ingredients in medium bowl; keep warm.
4.		Place kabobs on grid over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill, uncovered, about 8 to 10 minutes for medium rare to medium doneness, turning occasionally. Serve with orzo.

Makes 4 servings.


		Nutrition information per serving: 370 calories; 10 g fat (3 g saturated fat; 4 g monounsaturated fat); 51 mg cholesterol; 148 mg sodium; 36 g carbohydrate; 2.3 g fiber; 33 g protein; 10.3 mg niacin; 0.7mg vitamin B6; 1.5 mcg vitamin B12; 3.4 mg iron; 31.4 mcg selenium; 5.6 mg zinc.


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