Pan-Seared Steak with Garlic Butter and Herb Smashed Potatoes
Juicy pan-seared steak topped with a rich garlic herb butter, served alongside crispy smashed red potatoes infused with rosemary and thyme. This american-inspired beef ready in about 60 minutes pairs small red potatoes, divided unsalted butter, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 840 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.
Ingredients
- 2 (8 oz each), about 1 inch thick ribeye steak
- 1.5 lbs small red potatoes
- 6 tbsp, divided unsalted butter
- 4, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp, divided salt
- 1 tsp, divided black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Place 1.5 lbs small red potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add 1 tsp salt and bring to a boil over high heat. Cook for 15-18 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender. Drain and let cool slightly.
- Step 2: Preheat oven to 425°F. On a lined baking sheet, arrange the boiled potatoes spaced apart. Using the bottom of a glass or potato masher, gently press each potato to flatten it to about 1/2 inch thickness.
- Step 3: Drizzle the smashed potatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1 tbsp chopped rosemary, and 1 tbsp chopped thyme. Roast for 25 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Step 4: While potatoes roast, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Season 2 ribeye steaks with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper each. Sear steaks for 4 minutes per side for medium-rare, adjusting time for desired doneness.
- Step 5: In the last 2 minutes of cooking, add 4 tbsp unsalted butter and 4 minced garlic cloves to the pan. Tilt the pan and spoon the melted garlic butter continuously over steaks.
- Step 6: Remove steaks from heat and rest for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, melt remaining 2 tbsp butter and toss with roasted smashed potatoes before serving alongside steak.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Pan-Seared Steak with Garlic Butter and Herb Smashed Potatoes take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (20 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 Steak with Garlic Butter and Herb Smashed 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 small red potatoes from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Seared Steak with Garlic Butter and Herb Smashed 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 Steak with Garlic Butter and Herb Smashed 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 Steak with Garlic Butter and Herb Smashed 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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