Juicy Steak with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Juicy Steak with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Ingredients:

• 4 beef steaks (sirloin or ribeye)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter
• Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:

• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup beef or chicken stock
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions:

1. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season steaks with salt and pepper.
2. Sear steaks for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or cook to your preferred doneness. Remove steaks and set aside to rest.
3. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Lower the heat and pour in heavy cream and stock. Stir in Dijon mustard, thyme, salt, and pepper. Let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
5. Return the steaks to the skillet and spoon the sauce over them. Let them warm for 1-2 minutes.
6. Serve steaks topped with the creamy garlic sauce and garnish with fresh parsley.

Prep time: 10 min, Cooking time: 20 min, Servings: 4, Kcal: 520 per serving