Garlic Butter Steak Medallions with Creamy Mash

Ingredients:

– For the Steak Medallions:

– 1 lb sirloin steak, cubed into bite-sized pieces

– Salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste

– 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

– 4 tablespoons unsalted butter

– 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped

– 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped (for garnish)

– For the Creamy Mashed Potatoes:

– 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks

– 4 tablespoons unsalted butter

– 1/2 cup heavy cream

– Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

– 1/4 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Creamy Mash:

– In a large pot, combine the diced potatoes with cold water, ensuring they’re submerged. Bring to a rolling boil and cook for about 15-20 minutes until tender when pierced with a fork.

– Drain and return the potatoes to the pot.

– Mash the potatoes using a ricer or traditional masher until smooth and fluffy.

– Stir in the butter, heavy cream, sea salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Parmigiano-Reggiano (if desired) until they’re rich and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

2. Cooking the Steak Medallions:

– While the potatoes are boiling, season the steak with salt and pepper generously.

– Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

– Once the oil shimmers, add the steak medallions in one even layer. Sear for 2-3 minutes on each side depending on your preferred doneness. Avoid overcrowding; cook in batches if necessary.

– When the steak is cooked, push it to the edges of the skillet.

– Add the butter and chopped garlic to the center of the skillet. Allow the butter to melt and garlic to infuse for about a minute, stirring frequently.

– Toss the steak medallions in the bubbling garlic butter to coat them evenly. Cook for another minute before removing from heat.

3. Serving Up the Dish:

– Spoon a generous portion of creamy mashed potatoes onto each plate and arrange the garlic butter steak medallions on top.

– Drizzle any leftover garlic butter over the steak and garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes | Servings: 4