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Grilled Flank Steak with Horseradish–Parsley Sauce + Roasted Beets & Charred Snap Peas

A bright, restaurant-feeling winter grill dinner: smoky char on sale flank steak, a zippy horseradish–parsley sauce, and sweet-tangy roasted beets alongside crisp snap peas. It’s bold, fresh, and very February-in-Washington (citrus + roots).

Ingredients

  • Choice Boneless Beef Flank Steak (Family Pack, 2 per pack) ~12 oz (for 2 people) $8.99/lb (sale)
  • Organic Red Beets ~1 lb (about 2–3 medium), scrubbed and cut into 3/4-inch wedges $3.49/lb
  • Kroger® Sugar Snap Peas 8 oz, strings removed if needed $3.39 (8 oz)
  • Horseradish Root 1–2 inches (about 1 Tbsp finely grated) $6.99/lb
  • Parsley 1/2 bunch, finely chopped $1.29
  • Fresh Organic Lemon - Each 1 lemon (zest + juice), divided $1.29
  • Simple Truth Organic® Yellow Onion 2 lb Bag 1/2 medium onion, grated or very finely minced $2.99
  • Garlic 1 clove, finely grated $0.69
  • Olive oil 3 Tbsp, divided
  • Dijon mustard 1 tsp
  • Honey or sugar 1 tsp (optional, for beets)
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
  • Red pepper flakes (optional) pinch

Instructions

  1. Prep the grill and meat: Pat dry ~12 oz flank steak and season both sides with 1 tsp kosher salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Let sit at room temp while you start the beets (10–15 min). Heat grill to medium-high (or use a grill pan on the stove).
  2. Roast the beets (oven method): Heat oven to 425°F. Toss ~1 lb beet wedges with 1 Tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp pepper, and 1 tsp honey (optional). Spread on a sheet pan and roast until tender and caramelized, 25–35 min, flipping once.
  3. Make horseradish-parsley sauce: In a bowl mix 1 Tbsp finely grated horseradish root, 1/2 bunch chopped parsley, 1/2 grated or very finely minced onion, 1 grated garlic clove, 1 tsp Dijon, zest of 1/2 lemon + 1 Tbsp lemon juice, and 1 Tbsp olive oil. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Add a splash of water to loosen if needed.
  4. Grill the steak: Grill the ~12 oz flank steak 3–5 min per side for medium-rare (or to your liking). Move to a board and rest 8–10 min.
  5. Quick-char the snap peas (stove or grill): Toss 8 oz snap peas with 1 Tbsp olive oil, pinch of salt, and pinch of red pepper flakes (optional). Grill in a basket 2–3 min or blister in a hot skillet on the stove 3–4 min, shaking often, until bright green with a little char.
  6. Finish and serve: Slice rested steak thinly against the grain. Plate with roasted beets and snap peas. Spoon horseradish–parsley sauce over steak. Serve with remaining 1/2 lemon as wedges for squeezing.

Health notes: ~750–850 kcal/person (depends on steak portion and oil). High protein; lots of micronutrients from beets/citrus; moderate fat. Keep it lighter by using 8 oz steak total and going easy on oil.

Drink pairing: Go for medium-bodied reds with savory lift to match char + horseradish without getting metallic. Wine styles: Syrah (Washington), Cabernet Franc, Tempranillo. Local(ish) picks: Chateau Ste. Michelle Columbia Valley Syrah; Barnard Griffin Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley).

Stovetop Petite Sirloin with Blackberry–Dijon Pan Sauce + Smashed Gold Potatoes & Garlicky Kale

A cozy, fast stove dinner that still feels special: sale petite sirloin seared hard, then finished in a silky Dijon–blackberry pan sauce (think steak au poivre’s fruitier cousin). Served with buttery smashed gold potatoes and bright sautéed kale for a wintery, Pacific Northwest vibe.

Ingredients

  • Choice Petite Sirloin Beef Steak (About 2-3 Steaks) ~14 oz total (2 small steaks) $7.99/lb (sale)
  • Kroger® Gold Potatoes (5 lb bag) ~12 oz (about 3 small/medium), cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks $3.99
  • Organic Lacinato Kale (or Organic Purple Kale) 1 bunch (about 6–8 oz), stems removed, chopped $2.79
  • Private Selection® Sweet Karoline Fresh Blackberries 1/2 cup blackberries (about 2.5–3 oz) $4.99 (10 oz)
  • Simple Truth Organic® Fat Free Free Range Chicken Broth 1/2 cup $2.00 (sale)
  • Garlic 1 clove, minced $0.69
  • Simple Truth Organic® Yellow Onion 2 lb Bag 1/4 onion, very finely minced $2.99
  • Fresh Organic Lemon - Each 1/2 lemon (1 Tbsp juice) $1.29
  • Dijon mustard 1 1/2 Tbsp
  • Butter 1 1/2 Tbsp, divided
  • Olive oil 1 Tbsp
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
  • Fresh thyme or rosemary (optional) 1/2 tsp (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep the potatoes and greens: Cut ~12 oz gold potatoes into 1 1/2-inch chunks. Strip and chop 1 bunch kale (6–8 oz). Mince 1 garlic clove and 1/4 onion. Pat dry ~14 oz petite sirloin and season with 1 tsp salt + 1/2 tsp pepper.
  2. Boil and smash the potatoes: Add potatoes to a pot, cover with cold salted water, bring to a boil, then simmer until tender, 12–15 min. Drain well, return to pot, add 1 Tbsp butter + 1 Tbsp chicken broth, and smash with a fork. Season with salt and pepper; cover to keep warm.
  3. Sear the steaks (stove): Heat a skillet over medium-high with 1 Tbsp olive oil. Sear the seasoned petite sirloin steaks 3–4 min per side for medium-rare/medium (depending on thickness). Transfer to a plate to rest.
  4. Sauté kale in the same pan: Lower heat to medium. Add 1/2 Tbsp butter, then add chopped kale plus a pinch of salt. Splash in 2 Tbsp chicken broth and cook 3–5 min until wilted and glossy. Transfer kale to plates.
  5. Make the blackberry–Dijon pan sauce: In the same skillet add minced onion and cook 1 min. Add 1/2 cup chicken broth, scraping browned bits. Stir in 1 1/2 Tbsp Dijon and 1/2 cup blackberries. Simmer 2–3 min, gently crushing some berries. Finish with 1 tsp butter and 1 Tbsp lemon juice; taste and adjust salt/pepper.
  6. Serve: Plate smashed potatoes and kale. Slice rested steaks and spoon blackberry–Dijon pan sauce over the top.

Health notes: ~800–950 kcal/person. High protein; potatoes add energy; kale boosts fiber/vitamins. Healthier tweak: use 10 oz total steak and reduce butter to 1 tsp.

Drink pairing: You want reds with good acidity and not too much oak so the blackberry + Dijon stays vibrant. Wine styles: Pinot Noir (Willamette/Oregon or WA), Merlot (WA), Grenache. Local picks: A to Z Wineworks Pinot Noir (OR, widely available in WA); Columbia Crest H3 Merlot (WA).

Oven-Roasted Lamb Loin Chops with Orange–Sage Pan Sauce + Butternut Squash & Onions

A fast, fragrant oven dinner with serious payoff: sale lamb loin chops roast quickly over sweet butternut squash and onions, while orange + sage turns into a glossy pan sauce. It’s weeknight-elegant without a pile of dishes.

Ingredients

  • Simple Truth® Natural Lamb Loin Chops ~12–14 oz total (2 small chops) $13.49/lb (sale)
  • Butternut Squash ~1 lb, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch cubes (or use 14 oz pre-cut cubes) $1.49/lb
  • Simple Truth Organic® Yellow Onion 2 lb Bag 1 medium onion, sliced $2.99
  • Simple Truth Organic® Sage 6–8 leaves (or 1/2 tsp dried) $2.49
  • Organic Red Navel Oranges (or Navel oranges) 1 orange (zest + 1/3 cup juice) $3.99 (each listed)
  • Garlic 2 cloves, smashed then sliced $0.69
  • Olive oil 2 Tbsp, divided
  • Simple Truth Organic® Low Sodium Free Range Chicken Broth 1/3 cup $2.00 (sale)
  • Honey 1 tsp (optional)
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
  • Red pepper flakes (optional) pinch

Instructions

  1. Prep and heat oven: Heat oven to 425°F. On a sheet pan, toss ~1 lb butternut squash cubes and 1 sliced medium onion with 1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp pepper, and a pinch of red pepper flakes (optional). Spread into an even layer.
  2. Start roasting the veg: Roast squash/onion 15 min to get a head start.
  3. Season lamb and add to pan: Pat dry ~12–14 oz lamb loin chops. Season with 3/4 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp pepper. Nestle chops on top of the partially roasted squash/onion. Scatter 2 sliced garlic cloves and 6–8 sage leaves around the pan. Roast 10–14 min more, until lamb hits 135°F (medium-rare) to 145°F (medium).
  4. Rest lamb: Transfer chops to a plate and rest 5–8 min. Leave squash/onions on the pan to keep warm.
  5. Make quick orange-sage pan sauce (stove): In a small saucepan, combine 1/3 cup chicken broth, 1/3 cup orange juice, zest of 1 orange, and 1 tsp honey (optional). Simmer 4–6 min until slightly reduced and glossy. Whisk in remaining 1/2 Tbsp olive oil; taste for salt/pepper.
  6. Serve: Plate roasted butternut squash and onions. Top with rested lamb chops. Spoon orange–sage sauce over lamb and around the vegetables.

Health notes: ~750–900 kcal/person. High protein; squash is fiber-rich and nutrient-dense. Moderate saturated fat (lamb). Lighten by trimming visible fat and using 1 Tbsp oil total.

Drink pairing: Lamb + orange-sage loves reds with savory herbs and enough acidity to handle citrus. Wine styles: Rhône-style GSM blend, Syrah, Sangiovese. Local picks: Charles Smith "Boom Boom" Syrah (WA); Ryan Patrick "The Hedge" GSM (WA, if available).

Shopping list
  • Choice Boneless Beef Flank Steak (Family Pack, 2 per pack) ~12 oz (for 2 people)
  • Organic Red Beets ~1 lb (about 2–3 medium), scrubbed and cut into 3/4-inch wedges
  • Kroger® Sugar Snap Peas 8 oz, strings removed if needed
  • Horseradish Root 1–2 inches (about 1 Tbsp finely grated)
  • Parsley 1/2 bunch, finely chopped
  • Fresh Organic Lemon - Each 1 lemon (zest + juice), divided, 1/2 lemon (1 Tbsp juice)
  • Simple Truth Organic® Yellow Onion 2 lb Bag 1/2 medium onion, grated or very finely minced, 1/4 onion, very finely minced, 1 medium onion, sliced
  • Garlic 1 clove, finely grated, 1 clove, minced, 2 cloves, smashed then sliced
  • Olive oil 3 Tbsp, divided, 1 Tbsp, 2 Tbsp, divided
  • Dijon mustard 1 tsp, 1 1/2 Tbsp
  • Honey or sugar 1 tsp (optional, for beets)
  • Salt & black pepper to taste, to taste, to taste
  • Red pepper flakes (optional) pinch, pinch
  • Choice Petite Sirloin Beef Steak (About 2-3 Steaks) ~14 oz total (2 small steaks)
  • Kroger® Gold Potatoes (5 lb bag) ~12 oz (about 3 small/medium), cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks
  • Organic Lacinato Kale (or Organic Purple Kale) 1 bunch (about 6–8 oz), stems removed, chopped
  • Private Selection® Sweet Karoline Fresh Blackberries 1/2 cup blackberries (about 2.5–3 oz)
  • Simple Truth Organic® Fat Free Free Range Chicken Broth 1/2 cup
  • Butter 1 1/2 Tbsp, divided
  • Fresh thyme or rosemary (optional) 1/2 tsp (optional)
  • Simple Truth® Natural Lamb Loin Chops ~12–14 oz total (2 small chops)
  • Butternut Squash ~1 lb, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch cubes (or use 14 oz pre-cut cubes)
  • Simple Truth Organic® Sage 6–8 leaves (or 1/2 tsp dried)
  • Organic Red Navel Oranges (or Navel oranges) 1 orange (zest + 1/3 cup juice)
  • Simple Truth Organic® Low Sodium Free Range Chicken Broth 1/3 cup
  • Honey 1 tsp (optional)

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