Butter-Basted Grilled Ribeye with Garlic and Thyme

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Juicy ribeye steaks grilled and finished with a butter, garlic, and thyme baste for a rich and flavorful steakhouse experience at home. This american-inspired grilling ready in about 25 minutes pairs kosher salt, freshly cracked black pepper, unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 700 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 American cuisine 700 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Remove 2 ribeye steaks from refrigerator and pat dry. Season both sides generously with 1 tbsp kosher salt and 1 tbsp freshly cracked black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Preheat grill to high heat (about 450°F). Place steaks on the grill and cook for 4 minutes without moving to develop a good sear.
  3. Step 3: Flip steaks and cook for another 3 minutes. Reduce grill heat to medium (about 350°F).
  4. Step 4: Place a small cast iron skillet or metal pan on the grill grates. Add 4 tbsp unsalted butter, 4 smashed garlic cloves, and 4 fresh thyme sprigs to the pan. Once butter melts and foams, tilt the pan and use a spoon to baste the steaks repeatedly with the melted butter and aromatics for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Remove steaks from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with the garlic-thyme butter spooned on top.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Butter-Basted Grilled Ribeye with Garlic and Thyme take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Butter-Basted Grilled Ribeye with Garlic and Thyme?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep kosher salt from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Butter-Basted Grilled Ribeye with Garlic and Thyme?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Butter-Basted Grilled Ribeye with Garlic and Thyme for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Butter-Basted Grilled Ribeye with Garlic and Thyme?

American grilling like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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