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Bertha Jones

Garlic Butter Ribeye with Parmesan Cream Sauce

This garlic butter steak with Parmesan cream sauce transforms simple ingredients into a rich, restaurant-style dish in under 30 minutes, perfect for special occasions or weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Steakhouse
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

Steaks
  • 4 pieces ribeye steaks (about 1-inch thick, ~8 oz each)
  • Salt to taste (kosher or sea salt recommended)
  • Black pepper to taste (freshly cracked if possible)
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons butter divided
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese freshly grated for best melting and flavor
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the steaks dry with paper towels. Season both sides evenly with salt and pepper. Let them sit at room temperature for 20–30 minutes if refrigerated.
  2. Heat a large skillet (cast iron preferred) over medium-high heat until very hot. Add 2 tablespoons butter and let it foam and start to brown lightly.
Cooking
  1. Add the steaks to the skillet in a single layer. Don’t move them; sear for about 4–5 minutes on the first side for good crust formation.
  2. Flip the steaks with tongs, add the remaining 2 tablespoons butter and the minced garlic to the pan. Spoon butter over the steaks as the garlic softens. Cook for about 4–5 more minutes for medium-rare.
  3. Remove the steaks to a cutting board and let them rest for 5 minutes.
  4. Lower the heat to medium. Pour the heavy cream into the same skillet and whisk, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
  5. Stir in the grated Parmesan and continue whisking until the sauce thickens, about 3–4 minutes. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
  6. Slice the steaks against the grain, plate them, and drizzle with the Parmesan cream sauce. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 50gFat: 45gSaturated Fat: 20gSodium: 600mgSugar: 1g

Notes

Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container within two hours of cooking. Use within 3–4 days. To reheat, warm gently in a skillet over low heat or in a 300°F oven. Add a splash of cream or milk to revive the sauce. Avoid microwaving at high power as it can overcook the steak.

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