Description
A delicious French Seared Steak with a rich Cognac Cream Sauce that is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 New York Strip Steaks
- 2 tsp sea salt
- 2 tsp fresh cracked pepper
- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large shallot, diced
- 4 cloves of garlic, crushed
- 4 Tbsp unsalted butter, divided
- 4 sprigs of thyme, divided
- 1 Tbsp peppercorns
- 1/3 cup Cognac
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- Additional sea salt and thyme for topping
Instructions
- Pat steaks dry with paper towels and season with sea salt and fresh cracked pepper on both sides. Massage the seasoning into the steaks and let rest for 20 minutes.
- Crush additional 1 Tbsp. peppercorns with a mortar and pestle. Crush the garlic, chop the shallot, and divide the butter.
- Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high flame. Once warm, add olive oil. When shimmering, add steaks. Cook 3-4 minutes per side to develop a crust.
- Reduce heat to low, add garlic, 1 Tbsp butter, and thyme sprigs. Tilt pan to spoon butter and juices over the steaks several times.
- Transfer steaks to a cutting board to rest for 10 minutes.
- In the same skillet, add shallots and stir until lightly browned. Add crushed peppercorns and remaining butter. Simmer for 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Remove from heat and add Cognac carefully (avoid flames). Return to low heat and let Cognac reduce by half, then add heavy cream. Simmer until sauce coats the spoon.
- Add steak drippings to the sauce. Slice steak against the grain, plate, and spoon sauce over steak generously.
Notes
- For best results, use a high-quality steak.
- Ensure the Cognac is at room temperature before adding to the skillet.
- Pair with a side of roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak with sauce
- Calories: 780
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 60g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 60g
- Cholesterol: 180mg