French Seared Steak with Cream Sauce
Elevate your dining experience at home with this French Seared Steak with Cream Sauce. This quick and elegant dish features perfectly seared ribeye or New York strip steaks, topped with a rich, creamy sauce that’s infused with garlic and fresh herbs. In just 30 minutes, you can create a restaurant-quality meal that impresses family and friends alike. Whether it’s date night or a special gathering, this recipe combines simplicity with gourmet flair, ensuring every bite is a delightful journey of flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ribeye or New York strip steaks
- Kosher salt to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons neutral oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 to 3 garlic cloves, smashed
- 2 to 3 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 tablespoons apple juice
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon crushed black peppercorns
Instructions
- Pat the steaks dry and season generously with salt and pepper. Let rest at room temperature for 30–45 minutes.
- Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat, add oil, then sear steaks for 2–3 minutes per side until golden-brown.
- Add butter, garlic, and thyme; baste the steaks continuously until they reach an internal temperature of 130°F (54°C) for medium-rare.
- Transfer steaks to a cutting board to rest for 5–10 minutes.
- Deglaze the skillet with apple juice, scrape up browned bits, then stir in mustard and cream; simmer for about 3–5 minutes until thickened.
- Slice steaks against the grain and serve topped with the creamy sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg