Juicy Steak with Creamy Garlic Sauce
Juicy Steak with Creamy Garlic Sauce
These juicy Ribeye steaks are seared until beautifully browned and then paired with a luxurious garlic-Parmesan cream sauce. Cooking the steaks in a hot skillet creates a flavorful crust, while the browned bits left behind become the foundation for a rich pan sauce. Cream, garlic, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning come together for a restaurant-style finish that’s simple enough to make at home.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Ribeye steaks, about 1 inch thick | 2 |
| Salt and freshly cracked black pepper | To taste |
| Olive oil | 2 tablespoons |
| Unsalted butter, divided | 3 tablespoons |
| Garlic, finely minced | 6 cloves |
| Heavy whipping cream | 1 cup |
| Beef broth, preferably low sodium | 1/2 cup |
| Freshly grated Parmesan cheese | 1/4 cup |
| Italian seasoning | 1 teaspoon |
| Fresh parsley, finely chopped | For garnish |
Directions
1. Prepare the steaks
Take the Ribeye steaks out of the refrigerator about 30 minutes before cooking. Use paper towels to pat both sides completely dry, then season generously with salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
2. Sear the beef
Heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a heavy cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Once the skillet is very hot and the oil is beginning to smoke, add the steaks. Cook them without moving for approximately 4–5 minutes per side for medium-rare.
3. Let the steaks rest
Transfer the cooked steaks to a plate and loosely cover them with foil. Set them aside while you prepare the creamy garlic sauce.
4. Start the pan sauce
Reduce the skillet heat to medium and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, just until fragrant. Pour in the beef broth and use a spatula or wooden spoon to scrape up the browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
5. Simmer until creamy
Add the heavy cream, freshly grated Parmesan, and Italian seasoning. Stir to combine and let the sauce gently simmer for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it becomes thicker and creamy.
6. Finish and serve
Return the rested steaks to the skillet along with any juices that collected on the plate. Spoon the garlic cream sauce over the steaks and allow everything to heat together for about 1 minute. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve warm.
