
Steak with pepper sauce
A creamy pepper sauce that complements the robust flavor of the steak perfectly
Ingredients:
- 2 steaks (ribeye, sirloin, or your choice), about 1-inch thick
- Salt and coarse ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper (for the sauce)
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Take the steaks out of the refrigerator about 20 minutes before cooking to let them come to room temperature. This helps them cook more evenly.
- Season both sides generously with salt and coarse ground black pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
- Add the steaks to the skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or longer depending on your preference. Adjust time based on thickness.
- Remove the steaks from the skillet and let them rest on a plate covered loosely with aluminum foil.
- In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and the teaspoon of coarsely ground black pepper, and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, and let it simmer for about 2 minutes, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Stir in the heavy cream and continue to simmer until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes.
- Place the rested steaks on plates. Spoon the pepper sauce generously over the steaks.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
- Your Steak with Pepper Sauce is ready to be enjoyed! Serve with a side of mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.