Description
This Juicy Steak with Creamy Garlic Sauce features perfectly seared ribeye steaks topped with a rich, flavorful garlic cream sauce infused with fresh herbs. Ideal for an easy yet indulgent stovetop dinner that pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak
- 2 ribeye steaks (about 1-inch thick)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Creamy Garlic Sauce
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Season the Steaks: Pat the steaks dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper on both sides to enhance flavor and create a beautiful crust.
- Heat the Skillet: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering and hot enough to sear the steaks.
- Sear the Steaks: Place the steaks in the hot skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or adjust timing to your preferred doneness, developing a golden-brown crust.
- Rest the Steaks: Transfer the cooked steaks to a plate and cover loosely with foil to rest, allowing juices to redistribute for tenderness.
- Make the Garlic Sauce: Reduce heat to medium and add unsalted butter to the same skillet. Once melted, stir in minced garlic, fresh thyme, and rosemary, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add Cream and Seasonings: Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese, Dijon mustard, and crushed red pepper flakes if using, cooking for 2-3 minutes while stirring frequently until sauce thickens.
- Combine and Serve: Return the rested steaks to the skillet and spoon the creamy garlic sauce over them. Simmer together for 1-2 minutes to meld flavors, then serve immediately with extra sauce on top.
Notes
- For best results, let the steaks come to room temperature for 30 minutes before cooking to ensure even cooking.
- You can substitute sirloin or New York strip steak if preferred for a leaner cut.
- Pair this dish with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak with sauce
- Calories: 785
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 61g
- Saturated Fat: 30g
- Unsaturated Fat: 28g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
