Irresistible French Seared Steak with Creamy Cognac Sauce Bliss
Indulge in the rich flavors of a perfectly seared steak complemented by a creamy cognac sauce that will elevate any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ribeye steaks
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup cognac
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 shallot, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season the steaks with salt and pepper and sear them in the skillet for about 4 minutes on each side for medium rare.
- Remove the steaks and let them rest.
- In the same skillet, add shallots and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in cognac and bring to a simmer.
- Add heavy cream and stir until the sauce thickens.
- Slice the steaks, serve with the cognac cream sauce drizzled on top.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, let the sauce simmer longer.
- Pair with a side of roasted vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak with sauce
- Calories: 750
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 55g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 60g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: French Seared Steak, Cognac Sauce, Steak Recipe