Steak Diane

Serves: 3

Felicia King

1 January 1970

Based on User reviews:

53

Spice

49

Sweetness

50

Sourness

40

mins

Prep time (avg)

5.1

Difficulty

Ingredients:

1 tsp

Kosher Salt

4 tbsps

Butter

4 cloves

Garlic (minced)

1 cup

Brandy

1 tbsp

Dijon Mustard

Directions:

1

Pairs well with: cabernet Add the beef stock to a saucepan and reduce over medium-high heat to 1/2 cup, about 1 hour

2

Sprinkle the steaks on both sides with the salt and pepper

3

In a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat, heat 2 tablespoons of the butter and the olive oil

4

When the butter has melted and the oil shimmers, add the steaks

5

Brown the steaks on both sides, 3 minutes per side

6

Transfer the steaks to a plate and set aside, lightly covered with foil

7

Add the mushrooms and shallots to the pan and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently, adding oil if needed

8

Add the garlic

9

When the garlic is lightly colored, add the brandy (be careful, it can ignite)

10

Add the wine, mustard, Worcestershire and the reduced beef stock

11

Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes more

12

Return the steaks to the pan and finish cooking them to the desired temperature, 2 to 4 minutes, depending upon the size of the filets and desired temperature/doneness

13

For medium-rare, cook to 135 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer

14

Add the remaining 2 tablespoons butter to the sauce to melt

15

To serve, place a steak on each plate and pour the sauce over the steak