Sirloin Steak With Bacon and Molasses-Glazed Onions

Manami's Note:

Cottage Living 9/2006. Great with mashed or baked potatoes and a crisp tossed green salad!

• Total Time: 35 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 30 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 4 slices smoked bacon
• 4 (8 ounce) sirloin steaks (3/4-inch)
• 1 teaspoon salt , divided
• ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper , divided
• 1 ½ lbs sweet onions , thinly sliced (About 2 large)
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon molasses

Directions:

1. Cook bacon in a large skillet until crisp; remove bacon, and drain on paper towels, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings in a small bowl.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of drippings over medium-high heat. Add onion, and cook, stirring often, 10-15 minutes or until soft & a bit caramelized. Stir in vinegar, molasses, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
3. Set aside.
4. Sprinkle steaks with remaining salt and remaining pepper.
5. Return remaining tablespoon drippings to pan, and cook steaks over medium-high heat to desired degree of doneness (2 minutes on each side for medium rare).
6. Serve steaks with the caramelized onions.