Description
This recipe features juicy, perfectly seared beef steaks topped with a rich and creamy garlic sauce. The steaks are pan-seared to your preferred doneness and then simmered briefly in a flavorful sauce made from garlic, heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and herbs, making for a delicious and comforting main dish perfect for any steak lover.
Ingredients
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Steak
- 4 beef steaks (sirloin or ribeye)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Creamy Garlic Sauce
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup beef or chicken stock
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Steak: Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the steaks generously with salt and pepper on both sides to enhance flavor.
- Sear the Steaks: Place the steaks in the hot skillet and sear for about 3-4 minutes per side to achieve medium-rare doneness, or cook longer if a different doneness is preferred. Once cooked, remove from skillet and let the steaks rest to lock in juices.
- Prepare the Garlic Sauce: Using the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Simmer the Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and beef or chicken stock. Stir in Dijon mustard, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Allow the sauce to simmer gently for 3-4 minutes until it thickens slightly and the flavors meld.
- Combine Steaks and Sauce: Return the rested steaks to the skillet, spooning the creamy garlic sauce over them. Cook together for another 1-2 minutes to warm steaks and blend flavors.
- Serve: Plate the steaks with the creamy garlic sauce spooned generously on top and garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of freshness and color.
Notes
- Letting the steaks rest after cooking is essential to maintain juiciness.
- Adjust the cooking time of steaks based on thickness and personal preference for doneness.
- Use high-quality steak cuts like sirloin or ribeye for the best flavor and tenderness.
- The creamy garlic sauce can be customized by adding a splash of white wine for extra depth.
- For a lighter option, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a cashew cream alternative.
