Indulge in Rich French Seared Steak with Irresistibly Creamy Sauce
Indulge in Rich French Seared Steak with Creamy Cognac Sauce that offers a culinary adventure and an extraordinary dining experience.
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 800kcal
Equipment
- Skillet
- wooden spoon
Ingredients
For the Steak
- 1 piece Ribeye Steak at least 1-inch thick
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
For the Sauce
- 1/2 cup Cognac high-quality for depth
- 1 cup Heavy Cream full-fat for velvety finish
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter ideal for cooking
- 1 medium Shallots finely chopped
- to taste Fresh Herbs (Thyme, Parsley) to elevate flavor
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Bring the ribeye steak to room temperature by letting it sit out for about 30 minutes. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of oil to coat the bottom. Sear the steak for 4-5 minutes on each side until a beautiful brown crust forms.
- Remove the steak from the skillet and cover loosely with foil to rest. In the same skillet, add finely chopped shallots and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they’re translucent.
- Carefully pour in the cognac and scrape the fond from the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon. Allow the flavors to meld for 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and reduce the heat to low. Gently simmer while whisking until the sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Slice the rested steak against the grain into thick pieces. Drizzle the cognac sauce over the slices, garnishing with freshly chopped herbs.
Notes
Serve with roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes for a complete meal.