Italian Fried Steak with Roasted Pepper Pesto

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1/2 cup	seasoned fine dry bread crumbs
1/2 cup	grated Romano
	Parmesan cheese, alternative
1	egg
2 tbsp	water
1 1/4 lb	beef cubed steak
	Olive Oil
1 12 oz jar	roasted red sweet peppers, drained
2/3 cup	fresh basil leaves

1. In a shallow dish combine crumbs and half the cheese. In another shallow dish, beat together egg and water. Cut meat in 8 equal-sized portions; lightly sprinkle with salt and pepper. Dip in egg mixture; press lightly to coat.

2. In a 12 inch skillet heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium high heat. Working in 2 batches, cook steak, about 5 minutes per side, adding more oil as needed. Remove to. A serving platter; cover to keep warm. Carefully wipe skillet clean.

3. Meanwhile, for sauce, in blender or processor combined drained peppers and remaining cheese. Process until nearly smooth. Finely chop 1/2 cup of the basil; set aside. Transfer pepper mixture to hot skillet and heat through. Remove from heat. Stir in finely chopped basil. Pour sauce over steaks. Sprinkle remaining basil. Makes 4 servings.

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