Steak Pinwheels Stuffed with Spinach and Bacon
Elevate your dinner table with these mouthwatering Steak Pinwheels Stuffed with Spinach and Bacon—a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Perfectly seasoned, tender flank steak is skillfully butterflied and rolled around a savory filling of crispy bacon, garlicky sautéed spinach, and a luscious blend of mozzarella and parmesan cheeses. Each bite delivers a harmonious balance of smokiness, creaminess, and the rich, beefy flavor you crave. These pinwheels are seared to golden perfection and finished in the oven for a juicy, restaurant-quality meal that’s surprisingly easy to make. Ideal for special occasions or a gourmet weeknight dinner, this recipe is sure to impress your guests. Serve with roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes for a complete, unforgettable meal. Keywords: steak pinwheels, stuffed steak, flank steak recipe, spinach and bacon stuffed steak, gourmet dinner ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lbs Flank steak
- 4 cups Fresh spinach
- 6 slices Bacon
- 2 Garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.25 cup Grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 12 Toothpicks or kitchen twine
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Place the flank steak on a cutting board. Butterfly the steak by slicing it horizontally, being careful not to cut all the way through, and open it like a book. Use a meat mallet to pound the steak evenly to about 1/2-inch thickness.
Season both sides of the steak with salt, black pepper, and paprika, then set aside.
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain, reserving about 1 tablespoon of bacon grease in the skillet.
Add olive oil to the skillet with the reserved bacon grease. Sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 3–4 minutes. Remove the skillet from heat, crumble the cooked bacon over the spinach, and stir to combine. Allow the mixture to cool slightly.
Spread the spinach and bacon mixture evenly over the steak. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese and parmesan cheese on top.
Carefully roll the steak tightly from one short end to the other, like a jelly roll, keeping the filling inside.
Secure the rolled steak with toothpicks or kitchen twine at 1-inch intervals, then slice the roll into 1-inch thick pinwheels.
Heat an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the steak pinwheels for 2–3 minutes on each side until browned.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the steak reaches your desired doneness (135°F for medium-rare).
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the pinwheels rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve the steak pinwheels hot, garnished with additional parmesan cheese or fresh chopped parsley, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2065 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 139.2 g | 178% | |
| Saturated Fat | 51.0 g | 255% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 561 mg | 187% | |
| Sodium | 6046 mg | 263% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.4 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 188.0 g | 376% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1195 mg | 92% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 1647 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
