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Savory Steak Dinner for Two with Garlic Butter

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A quick and easy steak dinner for two featuring perfectly seared steaks topped with a rich garlic butter sauce. This simple recipe is perfect for cozy dinners or date nights.

Ingredients

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  • 2 steaks (about 8 oz / 225 g each), ribeye or New York strip recommended
  • 4 tablespoons (56 g) unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or rosemary, chopped (optional)
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil

Instructions

  1. Bring the steaks to room temperature (about 20 minutes). Pat dry with paper towels and season generously with kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper on both sides.
  2. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and let it shimmer but not smoke, about 2 minutes.
  3. Place the steaks in the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes on the first side without touching to form a crust.
  4. Flip the steaks with tongs and cook the other side for about 3 minutes for medium-rare, adjusting time for desired doneness.
  5. While steaks cook, melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Add minced garlic and chopped thyme or rosemary. Stir occasionally for 3-4 minutes, ensuring garlic does not burn.
  6. Remove steaks from pan and rest on a plate for 5-7 minutes to redistribute juices.
  7. Drizzle the warm garlic butter over the steaks just before serving.

Notes

For thicker steaks, finish in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes after searing. Always rest steaks for 5-7 minutes before serving to keep them juicy. Avoid burning garlic in butter by cooking on low heat and stirring frequently. Use a meat thermometer for precise doneness or the finger test if preferred. Leftovers can be refrigerated up to 2 days and reheated gently.

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