RCI-SC.004.0007.001
Strip Steaks with Pepper Cream Reduction
Great on a steak or over pasta.
Prep15 min
Cook30 min
Total45 min
Servings4
Difficultyintermediate
Ingredients
- (6-8 ounce2 unit1 inch thick) New York strip steaks
- Salt1 unit
- tbs cracked black peppercorns1 unitdivided
- tbs unsalted butter2 unit
- olive oil (not extra-virgin)1 1/2 tsp
- beef broth1/4 cup
- heavy cream1 cup
- Worcestershire sauce2 tsp
Method
1
Season each steak with salt and a pinch of cracked pepper on both sides. Set aside.
2
Melt butter with olive oil in a stainless steel skillet (don't even think of using nonstick) over medium high heat.
3
Add steaks and cook 4-5 minutes per side for medium rare, 6-7 minutes for medium, and 8-9 minutes for toast.
4
Remove steaks from pan and keep warm.
5
Pour out pan drippings but do not scrape browned bits off. Deglaze pan with broth and bring to a boil over high heat until reduced by 2/3.
6
Add remaining ingredients and remaining pepper. Bring to a boil and cook until reduced to a 1/2 cup.
7
Drizzle sauce over steaks and serve warm.