Steak and Carmelized Onion Sandwiches

serves 4 ( 10 points plus)



1 tsp. olive oil

3 onions, thinly sliced

2 tsp. sugar

¼ tsp. dried thyme

2 tsp. balsamic vinegar

¾ tsp. salt

¼ tsp. pepper

1 lb. flank steak

2 T. Dijon mustard or low fat mayo

8 slices Italian bread or rye bread

1 tomato, cut into 8 slices



Heat oil in a nonstick skillet. Add onions, sugar, and thyme. Cook, stirring occasionally until onions are golden, about 10 minutes. Add vinegar, ¼ tsp. salt and ? tsp. pepper. Cook, stirring constantly until vinegar is evaporated. Remove from heat.

Meanwhile, spray broiler rack with cooking spray. Sprinkle steak with remaining salt and pepper.

Broil for 5 minutes per side or until desired doneness. Let stand for 5 minutes. Cut steak agains the grain.

Spread mustard or mayo on bread, then top with steak, onions and tomato.



adapted from " Weight Watcher's"