Elevate Dinner with French Seared Steak and Cognac Cream Sauce

A quick gourmet dinner, French Seared Steak with Cognac Cream Sauce elevates weeknight meals into celebrations.

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Prep Time 45

Cook Time 15

Resting Time 10

Total Time 1 10

Servings: 2 steaks

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: French

Calories: 650

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Steak

2 steaks Ribeye or New York Strip Steaks Choose high-quality cuts for best flavor
2 teaspoons Kosher Salt Generously season both sides
1 teaspoon Freshly Cracked Black Pepper Adjust according to spice preference
2 tablespoons Neutral Oil Use for high-heat searing

For the Sauce

2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Adds creamy richness
3 cloves Garlic Smashed for infusing flavor
3 sprigs Fresh Thyme Herbaceous touch
2 tablespoons Cognac Key ingredient for sauce
0.5 cup Heavy Cream Thickens the sauce
1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Adds tangy depth
1 teaspoon Crushed Black Peppercorns Enhances seasoning

Optional Garnishes

as desired Fresh thyme sprigs For garnish
as desired Cracked pepper For garnish
as desired Flaky sea salt To amplify flavors

Equipment

cast iron skillet

Method

Steps

Pat the steaks dry with paper towels, season with salt and pepper, and let rest for 30-45 minutes.
Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat until smoking. Add neutral oil to coat the pan.
Place the steaks in the skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until a crust forms.
Reduce heat, add butter, garlic, and thyme to skillet, and baste the steaks for about a minute.
Check the internal temperature for medium-rare (130°F or 54°C) and let rest for 5-10 minutes.
Discard excess fat, add cognac to deglaze, then stir in mustard and cream, simmer for 3-5 minutes.
Slice steaks against the grain, plate, and spoon sauce over the top. Garnish as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1steakCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 50gFat: 45gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 800mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Always use high-quality steaks and let them rest before cooking for best results.

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