Description
When you’re craving a luxurious dinner that doesn’t require hours in the kitchen, Steak with Creamy Garlic Sauce swoops in as the hero you didn’t know you needed. This hearty, flavorful, and decadent dish is perfect for special occasions, date nights, or even just a weeknight indulgence. Imagine sinking your teeth into a juicy, perfectly seared steak, topped with a rich, velvety garlic sauce packed with flavor.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
For the Steak:
- 2 steaks (ribeye, filet mignon, or sirloin)
- Salt & black pepper (to taste)
- 1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
For the Sauce:
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
- ¼ cup chicken or beef broth (optional)
Substitutions:
- No heavy cream? Use half-and-half or coconut cream.
- Prefer a milder cheese? Try Gruyère or mozzarella.
- Love garlic? Double the amount for extra flavor.
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Steak
- Generously season both sides of the steaks with salt and pepper. Let them rest at room temperature for 15–20 minutes.
- Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat with a drizzle of olive oil.
- Sear the steaks for 3–5 minutes per side (3 minutes for rare, 5 minutes for medium-well). Flip only once.
- Remove the steaks from the pan and let them rest under foil for 5–10 minutes.
Step 2: Make the Garlic Sauce
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Reduce heat and pour in the heavy cream, stirring continuously.
- Slowly whisk in Parmesan cheese and cook for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Season with salt, pepper, and fresh parsley.
Step 3: Serve and Enjoy
- Plate the steaks and generously spoon the creamy garlic sauce over the top.
- Garnish with extra parsley and Parmesan cheese.
- Serve immediately with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Bring steak to room temperature before cooking for even results.
- Use a meat thermometer for accuracy:
- Rare: 125°F
- Medium-Rare: 135°F
- Medium: 145°F
- Medium-Well: 155°F
- Deglaze the pan with white wine or broth before adding garlic for enhanced flavor.
- Variations:
- Add mushrooms for a rich, earthy twist.
- Mix in fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme.
- For spice, add red pepper flakes or cayenne.
- For a vegan alternative, use portobello mushrooms and cashew cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-seared
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: ~700
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 55g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 140mg