Serious Grilled Steak with Red Wine Sauce

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A rich, slow-braised steak served with a velvety red wine reduction that deepens the meat's flavor. This french-inspired grilling ready in about 50 minutes pairs Ribeye steak, Olive oil, Garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 650 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: 20 min Cook: 30 min Serves 2 French cuisine 650 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat grill to 450°F (230°C). Season steak with salt, pepper, and thyme. Drizzle 1 tbsp olive oil over steak and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until charred and medium-rare.
  2. Step 2: In a saucepan, heat remaining 1 tbsp olive oil. Sauté garlic for 30 seconds. Add red wine, broth, and thyme. Simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce reduces by half and thickens.
  3. Step 3: Let steak rest for 10 minutes. Serve with sauce spooned over top.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Serious Grilled Steak with Red Wine Sauce take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (20 min prep + 30 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 Serious Grilled Steak with Red Wine Sauce?

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 ribeye steak from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Serious Grilled Steak with Red Wine Sauce?

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 Serious Grilled Steak with Red Wine Sauce 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 Serious Grilled Steak with Red Wine Sauce?

French 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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