Great American Grilled Steak
1 (12 ounce) bottle mesquite with lime juice marinade
1 tablespoon garlic powder with parsley
2 teaspoons seasoned pepper
1 (1 1/2- to 2-pound) steak
In resealable plastic food bag, combine marinade and seasonings. Set aside 1/4 cup of marinade mixture for brushing on during grilling. Add steak to bag; seal and massage bag so that meat is completely covered with marinade. Marinate in refrigerator 30 minutes to 4 hours.
Preheat grill to medium-high. Remove meat from bag; discard used marinade. Grill until desired doneness is reached, brushing often with remaining marinade.
Makes 6 servings.
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