Marinate steak in Guinness for St. Patrick's Day

ELIZABETH KARMEL, For The Associated Press

As much as I love the dark, velvety richness of Guinness lager, that love isn't strong enough to drag me into an Irish pub on St. Patrick's Day.

I'd rather be at home, avoiding the crowds and enjoying my Guinness both from a pint glass as well as in my cooking. Because Guinness can do wonderful things to your cooking, including help you change up the classic menu while still using traditional Irish flavors.

I didn't create this Guinness-marinated flank steak sandwich with grilled onions and Boursin cheese for St. Patrick's Day per se, but I often serve it on the day because it is spot on. It is a refreshing change from beef stew and corned beef and cabbage.

While this recipe is decidedly not authentic, it's still beef. And the marriage of beef and Guinness is magical. Remember the company slogan, Guinness is good for you. And I say, good for flank steak, too!

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