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Lemon Herb Butter Steak with Fluffy Mashed Potatoes

Savor the bold flavors of perfectly seared ribeye steaks, topped with a zesty lemon herb butter, served alongside creamy and fluffy mashed potatoes for a delightful meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Steak
  • 2 pieces ribeye steaks (about 1 inch thick) Choose steaks with good marbling for best flavor.
  • Salt and pepper (to taste) Use quality salt and fresh ground pepper.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For searing the steaks.
  • 2 tablespoons butter Adds richness to the sauce.
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced) Freshly minced for best flavor.
  • 1 piece zest of 1 lemon Enhances the citrus flavor of the dish.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped) For garnish and added freshness.
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (chopped) Can be substituted with other herbs.
For the Fluffy Mashed Potatoes
  • 2 pounds russet potatoes (peeled and cubed) Russet potatoes are best for mashing.
  • 4 tablespoons butter For creaminess.
  • 1/2 cup milk (or cream for extra richness) Use cream for a richer flavor.
  • Salt and pepper (to taste) Adjust according to preference.

Method
 

Preparation of Potatoes
  1. Place cubed russet potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water, sprinkle with salt, and bring to a boil.
  2. Cook for about 15-20 minutes or until easily pierced with a fork.
Sizzling Steak
  1. Pat the steaks dry with a paper towel and season generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; sear steaks for about 4-5 minutes on each side for a beautiful crust.
Making the Butter Sauce
  1. When steaks are nearly done, add butter, garlic, lemon zest, parsley, and thyme to the skillet.
  2. Swirl to coat steaks in the aromatic butter sauce.
Mashing the Potatoes
  1. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
  2. Add butter, milk (or cream), salt, and pepper; mash to desired fluffiness.
Serving
  1. Slice the cooked steak and serve with a generous scoop of fluffy mashed potatoes.
  2. Drizzle remaining lemon herb butter sauce over the top.

Notes

Allow steaks to rest for about 5 minutes after cooking to retain juices. For creamier mashed potatoes, consider using half cream and half milk. Feel free to substitute herbs based on your preference.