Description
Perfectly seared ribeye steak paired with sweet, slow-cooked caramelized onions and creamy herb-infused mashed potatoes. This elegant yet comforting dish is ideal for special occasions or cozy weekend dinners, offering a harmonious blend of savory flavors and textures.
Ingredients
For the Steak and Onions:
- 2 ribeye steaks
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
For the Herb Mashed Potatoes:
- 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup milk
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped chives
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Boil Potatoes: Place the peeled and cubed potatoes into a pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook for 15–20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork. Drain the potatoes well.
- Mash Potatoes: In a large bowl, mash the drained potatoes with milk, butter, chopped parsley, chives, and salt until smooth and creamy. Set aside and keep warm.
- Caramelize Onions: Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onions and cook for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions become golden brown and caramelized. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Season Steaks: While the onions caramelize, season both sides of the ribeye steaks with salt and black pepper evenly.
- Sear Steaks: In the same skillet used for the onions, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Once melted and hot, add the steaks and sear for 3–5 minutes on each side, depending on your desired level of doneness.
- Plate and Serve: Once cooked, remove steaks from the skillet and let them rest for 5 minutes. Top each steak with the caramelized onions, sprinkle fresh thyme leaves over them, and serve alongside the creamy herb mashed potatoes.
Notes
- Use Yukon Gold potatoes for extra creamy and smooth mashed potatoes.
- Allow steaks to rest for 5 minutes before slicing to retain juices.
- Add a splash of balsamic vinegar to the onions while caramelizing to enhance depth and sweetness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
