Juicy Steak with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Juicy Steak with Creamy Garlic Sauce

A restaurant-style steak with a rich, creamy garlic sauce that’s ready in about 30 minutes.

Ingredients

For the Steak

• 2 ribeye, sirloin, or New York strip steaks (8–10 oz each)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)

For the Creamy Garlic Sauce

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• Salt, to taste
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the steaks: Pat the steaks dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
2. Sear: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steaks and cook:
   • Rare: 3–4 minutes per side
   • Medium-rare: 4–5 minutes per side
   • Medium: 5–6 minutes per side
3. Add 1 tablespoon of butter during the last minute and spoon the melted butter over the steaks. Transfer the steaks to a plate and let them rest for 5–10 minutes.
4. Make the sauce: Reduce the heat to medium. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in the same skillet. Add the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Stir in the heavy cream and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
6. Add the Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and the sauce thickens slightly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Return the steaks to the skillet for 1–2 minutes or spoon the sauce over the rested steaks. Garnish with parsley if desired.

Serving Suggestions

• Creamy mashed potatoes
• Roasted vegetables
• Air fryer potato wedges
• Buttered green beans
• Garlic bread

Tips

• Let the steaks come to room temperature for 20–30 minutes before cooking for more even results.
• Use freshly grated Parmesan for the smoothest, creamiest sauce.
• If the sauce becomes too thick, stir in a splash of beef broth or milk until it reaches your preferred consistency.