Garlic Butter Steak Dinner for Two
Garlic Butter Steak with Parmesan Cream Sauce is a pan-seared steak topped with rich garlic butter and finished with a smooth, savory Parmesan cream sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2–3 servings 1x
Ingredients
2 ribeye or sirloin steaks, 1 to 1½ inches thick
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
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Remove steaks from refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking and pat dry.
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Season both sides with salt and pepper.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Sear steaks 3–5 minutes per side until desired doneness is reached.
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Reduce heat to medium, add butter and garlic, and baste steaks for 1–2 minutes.
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Transfer steaks to a plate and rest for 5 minutes.
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In the same skillet, add heavy cream and simmer 3–4 minutes.
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Stir in Parmesan cheese and seasoning until smooth.
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Slice steak against the grain and spoon sauce over the top. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan for a smooth sauce. Resting the steak before slicing helps retain juices.
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