Elegant Steak

Indulge in the sophistication of a perfectly cooked "Elegant Steak," a recipe designed to elevate your dining experience with minimal effort and maximum flavor. Featuring tender, juicy ribeye steaks seared to a golden-brown crust and basted in a luscious herb-infused butter made with fresh rosemary, thyme, and garlic, this dish delivers restaurant-quality results in the comfort of your own kitchen. Using just a cast-iron skillet and a few pantry staples like kosher salt, black pepper, and olive oil, you can create a steak night masterpiece in under 20 minutes. This recipe is perfect for special occasions or a luxurious date night, with simple instructions that guarantee success every time. Serve sliced against the grain and drizzled with the rich pan juices for a meal that’s as elegant as it is effortless.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces ribeye steak (1-1.5 inches thick)
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 pieces garlic cloves, smashed
• 2 sprigs fresh rosemary sprigs
• 2 sprigs fresh thyme sprigs
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Remove the ribeye steaks from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking to allow them to come to room temperature. Pat them dry with paper towels.

Step 2

Generously season both sides of the steaks with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Step 3

Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and heat until shimmering but not smoking.

Step 4

Carefully place the steaks in the skillet. Sear for 3-4 minutes on the first side without moving them to achieve a golden-brown crust.

Step 5

Flip the steaks and cook for another 3 minutes on the other side for medium-rare. Adjust the time according to your desired level of doneness.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the unsalted butter, smashed garlic cloves, rosemary sprigs, and thyme sprigs to the skillet.

Step 7

Tilt the skillet slightly and use a spoon to continuously baste the steaks with the melted herb butter for approximately 1-2 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the steaks from the skillet and transfer them to a cutting board. Tent loosely with aluminum foil and let them rest for 5-7 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.

Step 9

Slice the steaks against the grain and serve immediately, drizzled with the herb-infused butter from the skillet.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	546.3 grams (546.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1633

Total Fat 136.10g	174%
Saturated Fat 48.40g	242%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 320mg	107%
Sodium 1424mg	62%
Total Carbohydrate 5.30g	2%
Dietary Fiber 1.40g	5%
Total Sugars 0.00g
Protein 97.00g	194%

Vitamin D 40IU	200%
Calcium 77mg	6%
Iron 8mg	46%
Potassium 1156mg	25%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 75.0%

Protein: 23.7%

Carbs: 1.3%