Pan-Seared Ribeye Steak with Blue Cheese Butter and Garlic Roasted Potatoes

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Juicy ribeye steak pan-seared to medium rare topped with melting blue cheese butter, served alongside crispy garlic roasted potatoes. This american-inspired beef ready in about 55 minutes pairs (10 oz each) ribeye steak, 1-inch thick, unsalted butter, softened, blue cheese, crumbled for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 750 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: 15 min Cook: 40 min Serves 2 American cuisine 750 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a bowl, toss 1 lb halved baby Yukon gold potatoes with 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 30-35 minutes until golden and crispy.
  2. Step 2: Meanwhile, combine 4 tbsp softened unsalted butter with 2 oz crumbled blue cheese and 2 minced garlic cloves in a small bowl until well mixed; set aside.
  3. Step 3: Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat until smoking. Season 2 ribeye steaks with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper on both sides.
  4. Step 4: Add steaks to the skillet and sear for 4 minutes on the first side without moving, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes for medium rare.
  5. Step 5: Remove steaks from the skillet and let rest for 5 minutes, topped with 1 tbsp blue cheese butter each to melt.
  6. Step 6: Serve the steaks alongside the garlic roasted potatoes.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Pan-Seared Ribeye Steak with Blue Cheese Butter and Garlic Roasted Potatoes take to make?

Total time is about 55 minutes (15 min prep + 40 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 Pan-Seared Ribeye Steak with Blue Cheese Butter and Garlic Roasted Potatoes?

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 unsalted butter, softened from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Seared Ribeye Steak with Blue Cheese Butter and Garlic Roasted Potatoes?

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 Pan-Seared Ribeye Steak with Blue Cheese Butter and Garlic Roasted Potatoes 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 Pan-Seared Ribeye Steak with Blue Cheese Butter and Garlic Roasted Potatoes?

American beef 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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