Ingredients
- 1 bavette steak (about 1 to 1.5 lbs)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil or neutral cooking oil
- 1 head roasted garlic (cloves squeezed from skins)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup beef broth or stock
- 2 tbsp heavy cream (optional)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
- 1 tsp fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Bring the bavette steak to room temperature. Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper.
- Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat. Add oil and sear the steak for 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare, adjusting for thickness.
- Transfer steak to a plate, tent with foil, and let rest for 5–10 minutes.
- Lower heat and melt butter in the same skillet. Add roasted garlic cloves and mash gently into the butter.
- Pour in beef broth, scraping up browned bits from the pan. Simmer to reduce slightly.
- Stir in heavy cream and Dijon mustard if using, and continue to simmer until slightly thickened.
- Season sauce with salt, pepper, and add fresh herbs for extra aroma.
- Slice the steak against the grain and serve with generous spoonfuls of roasted garlic pan sauce.
Notes
- For deeper flavor, substitute beef broth with red wine or add balsamic vinegar.
- Sautéed mushrooms or shallots can enhance the sauce’s texture and taste.
- For a dairy-free version, skip the cream and use extra broth and butter.
- Blue cheese crumbles can add a bold flavor twist on top.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheat gently on stovetop.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 steak with sauce
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 115mg