Steak au poivre –Are you ready to tantalize your taste buds and impress your friends? Get ready for a culinary adventure with Julia Child’s classic Steak au Poivre! This dish is so good that it might just make you question your loyalty to pizza. Let’s dive right in!
Feast Your Eyes!
Just look at this masterpiece waiting to happen. It’s like art on a plate!
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to whip up this delectable dish:
- 2 boneless ribeye steaks, about 1 inch thick
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper (the more, the better!)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup cognac or brandy (feel free to take a sip, but save most for cooking!)
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
Time to unleash your inner chef! Follow these steps to make a steak dinner that will leave your taste buds dancing:
- Take your ribeye steaks out of the fridge and let them sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes. (Besides, it’s lovely to give them a little sunbathe.)
- Generously season both sides of the steaks with salt and cracked black pepper. Don’t be shy – the more, the merrier!
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once nice and hot, add the steaks.
- Cook the steaks for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or until they reach your desired doneness. Remove them from the skillet and let the meat rest on a plate, covered with foil. While they take a breather, you get to have some fun!
- In the same skillet, add the butter and let it melt – oh, the heavenly aroma! Carefully pour in the cognac (watch out for flambé potential!) and scrape up those delicious brown bits stuck to the bottom.
- Once the cognac has reduced by half, stir in the heavy cream and let it simmer until it thickens (about 5 minutes). Stir, and watch as your sauce transforms into a creamy, peppery dream!
- Slice your rested steaks against the grain and drizzle that glorious sauce all over. Serve with a side of your favorite veggies, or, let’s be honest, maybe just more steak!
And there you have it—Julia Child’s Steak au Poivre! Get ready for the scrumptious symphony of flavors that will pierce through the mundane and elevate your dining experience to a whole new level. Dig in and enjoy every savory bite!