I’m not sure if these mouthwatering steak, potato, and blue cheese appetizers qualify as an appetizer or a meal. Either way, guests are happy and so am I!
For us cooks, entertaining family and friends should be a simple task, wouldn’t you think?
Not for me. I fret over every detail from planning the menu, to haunting the grocery store aisles until I find just the right ingredients. Then I slave over the stove and make an incredible mess of the kitchen.
I finally decided to turn over a new leaf and simplify my entertaining efforts. I was making myself crazy, and sending my husband over the edge with me.
I implemented my new entertaining style with this steak recipe that stacks colorful roasted potatoes, tomatoes, kale, tender flank steak and crumbly blue cheese. They can be served as an appetizer, or simply add a salad and crusty rolls to make it a meal.
I used simple ingredients, two cutting boards, one skillet and the grill. Now I call that an improvement. Happy cooking!
Serves Serves 8 appetizers, or 4 dinner servings
Save RecipeIngredients
- ½ pound flank steak, cooked and thinly sliced
- 2 medium Yukon gold potatoes, sliced into 1/4" pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups kale, chopped
- 2 medium tomatoes, sliced and drained on a towel
- 8 tablespoons light sour cream
- 4 tablespoons blue cheese, crumbled
Instructions
- 1. Heat the oven to 450. Toss potato slices with 1/2 tablespoon olive oil and spread out on a non-stick cookie sheet. Roast for 20 - 25 minutes until tender and golden brown. Flip halfway through cooking to brown both sides of the potato.
- 2. In a medium non-stick skillet heat 1/2 tablespoon olive oil and add kale and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook for 2 - 3 minutes to soften kale and wilt it.
- 3. Layer slices potato, tomato, kale, and beef. Then top with sour cream and blue cheese.
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 144, Weight Watchers PointsPlus 4
Total Fat: 4.76g
Cholesterol: 26mg
Sodium: 95mg
Total Carbs: 14.18g
Dietary Fiber: 1.59g
Sugars: 2.54g
Protein: 10.23g
Nutrition details obtained from whfoods.org, nutritiondata.com, about.com, and abouthomecooking.com. The statement made here are strictly my opinion and are not meant to replace medical advice from your physician. Please see disclaimer for further details. Nutrition information is compiled with MacGourmet. If you find discrepancies, please let me know. It’s important to me that I provide you with accurate information.
This definitely has the “oh, wow!” factor.
These sound amazing. I love blue cheese with steak.
It’s a classic combination, isn’t it?
I am totally with you on trying to have the “perfect” dinner party and making you and everyone crazy! I love that this is so simple, yet it looks like a restaurant quality meal! Great Job! The pictures are beautiful too!
I’m working on being more conscious of my picture taking and having a good time with it.
I love this!Looks incredible and so tasty!
Fun to make too!
I like the simplicity of this dish, yet flavor wise is so complex and rich and decadent! And the presentation is so beautiful! Thank you for sharing 🙂
I love layering food. I think it’s such a colorful way to present guests with food.
I’ve never tried blue cheese before. I’ve heard it has quite a pungent smell? Lol. I’ve always wanted to try it though. These stacks look delicious! Definitely a great idea when serving guests! 😀
It’s true, it does, but the flavor is fantastic. It’s a strong cheese, but sooooo delicious!
Great idea! I need to simplify, too…makes entertaining much more enjoyable.
It really does. I was far more relaxed and enjoyed myself too.
Steak, potatoes, blue cheese, tomatoes… who could ask for anything more?
I totally agree!
I know what you mean, I too fret over guest… this easy steak dish would be a breeze, and good too…
You can’t beat simple. I’m finding my company would rather have me visit with them, then worry over the food.
I love kale – looks delicious!
Me too. Fortunate for me it comes all the time in my vegetable and fruit boxes.
I could have those for dinner with some rootbeet salad!
That does sound like a colorful combination, doesn’t it?
Yes we stress over dinners too much that it takes all the enjoyment out of it! When your guests are ready, you are already exhausted. I will keep this recipe in mind!
Isn’t that the truth!
Oh my, these look so delicious. I love Blue Cheese, thanks.
You and me both. I can eat blue cheese with nothing but a spoon!
These look really good Kristie. REALLY good.
Thanks Lea Ann. They were fun to make.
This looks really like a great dish to impress guests 🙂
I’m a big fan of steak and blue cheese. Put them on top of a potato and I’m happy.
Oh my goodness, those look fantastic. I love the idea of just sprinkling the blue cheese on top of the sour cream instead of making a full on dressing with it. Perfect.
I love blue cheese. I think my serving had a double helping of that delicious cheese.
You had us with the blue cheese! Great open burgers make a lower carb alternative to a burger! Loving it!
These really were terrific. Steak and blue cheese is such a classic combination, isn’t it?