🥩 Caramelized Ribeye Steak with Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Ingredients (serves 2–3)
Ribeye Steak
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2 ribeye steaks (~200–250 g each)
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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1–2 tbsp oil (vegetable or olive oil)
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1 tbsp butter
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2 cloves garlic, crushed
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Fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
Creamy Mashed Potatoes
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4 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped
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3 tbsp butter
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½ cup milk (or cream for extra richness)
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Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Make the mashed potatoes
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Boil potatoes in salted water until tender (12–15 min).
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Drain and mash with butter and milk until smooth.
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Season with salt and pepper. Keep warm.
2. Cook the ribeye steaks
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Pat steaks dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
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Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
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Sear steaks 3–4 minutes per side (for medium-rare; adjust time for thickness).
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Reduce heat slightly, add butter, garlic, and herbs. Spoon melted butter over steaks for 1–2 minutes for extra flavor.
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Remove steaks and let rest 5 minutes before slicing.
3. Serve
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Plate steaks with a scoop of creamy mashed potatoes.
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Optionally drizzle any pan juices over the steak for extra flavor.
Tips & Variations
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Caramelized onions: Add sliced onions to the pan while resting steaks.
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Garlic mashed potatoes: Mash 1–2 cloves of roasted garlic with the potatoes.
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Sauce option: Deglaze pan with a splash of red wine or beef broth for a simple pan sauce.
If you want, I can make a quick version under 30 minutes, a one-pan version, or a kid-friendly milder version that’s less rich.