Juicy Steak with Creamy Garlic Sauce

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Here’s a rich and satisfying recipe for Juicy Steak with Creamy Garlic Sauce — perfect for a restaurant-quality dinner at home.

🥩 Juicy Steak with Creamy Garlic Sauce

🛒 Ingredients (Serves 2)

For the steak:

  • 2 ribeye, sirloin, or strip steaks (1–1.5 inches thick)
  • Salt (to taste)
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3–4 garlic cloves, smashed
  • 2–3 sprigs fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)

For the creamy garlic sauce:

  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup beef broth (or chicken broth)
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)
  • Optional: ½ tsp Italian seasoning or fresh parsley

🔥 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Steak

  • Remove steaks from the fridge 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Pat dry with paper towels.
  • Season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.

2️⃣ Sear the Steak

  • Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat until very hot.
  • Add olive oil.
  • Sear steaks for 3–4 minutes per side (depending on thickness and desired doneness).
  • In the last 2 minutes, add butter, smashed garlic, and herbs.
  • Spoon the melted butter over the steaks repeatedly (basting).
  • Remove steaks and let rest for 5–10 minutes.

Internal temperature guide:

  • Rare: 125°F (52°C)
  • Medium-rare: 130–135°F (54–57°C)
  • Medium: 140°F (60°C)

3️⃣ Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce

  • In the same pan (reduce heat to medium), melt 1 tbsp butter.
  • Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds (do not burn).
  • Pour in broth and simmer for 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly.
  • Add heavy cream and simmer 3–5 minutes until thickened.
  • Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
  • Season with salt, pepper, and optional Italian seasoning.

4️⃣ Serve

  • Slice steak against the grain.
  • Spoon creamy garlic sauce over the top.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

  • Garlic mashed potatoes
  • Roasted asparagus or green beans
  • Buttered mushrooms
  • Crusty bread to soak up extra sauce

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