Here’s a delicious take on Caramelized Ribeye Steak with Creamy Mashed Potatoes—a rich, restaurant-style dinner you can easily make at home:
🥩 Caramelized Ribeye Steak
Ingredients:
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2 ribeye steaks (about 1–1.5 inches thick)
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2 tbsp olive oil (or neutral oil)
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3 tbsp unsalted butter
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4 garlic cloves, smashed
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2–3 sprigs fresh thyme (or rosemary)
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Salt & freshly ground black pepper
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1 tbsp brown sugar (optional, for a light caramelized crust)
Instructions:
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Prep steaks – Let the ribeyes sit at room temperature for 30 minutes. Pat dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper.
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Heat pan – Place a heavy cast iron skillet over high heat until very hot. Add oil.
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Caramelize – Lay steaks in the pan, pressing down slightly. Cook 2–3 minutes per side for medium-rare, adjusting for thickness.
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Optional caramelized crust: Sprinkle a pinch of brown sugar on each side during searing.
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Butter baste – Reduce heat to medium. Add butter, garlic, and herbs. Tilt pan and spoon melted butter over steaks for 1–2 minutes.
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Rest – Remove steaks, cover loosely with foil, and let rest 5–10 minutes before slicing.
🥔 Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Ingredients:
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2 lbs Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled & cubed
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4 tbsp unsalted butter
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½ cup heavy cream (warm)
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¼ cup whole milk (warm, adjust as needed)
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Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions:
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Boil potatoes – Place cubed potatoes in a large pot of salted water. Boil until fork-tender (12–15 minutes). Drain well.
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Mash & whip – Return to pot, mash until smooth. Add butter, warm cream, and milk gradually, stirring until creamy and fluffy.
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Season – Taste and season with salt and pepper.
🍷 Serving
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Plate a generous scoop of mashed potatoes.
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Slice ribeye against the grain, arrange over or beside the potatoes.
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Spoon pan drippings and butter over top as a natural sauce.
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Garnish with fresh parsley or thyme.
👉 Perfect with roasted vegetables or sautéed spinach on the side.
