Bourbon Cream Steak (Printable Version)

Juicy steak paired with a flavorful, creamy bourbon sauce—this dish combines rich garlic notes with a touch of smoky goodness. Surprisingly simple to make!

# Ingredients:

→ For the Steak

01 - 2 thick steaks (about 1-1.5 inches), like ribeye, filet mignon, or sirloin
02 - Freshly cracked black pepper and salt, as much as you like
03 - 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil

→ For the Bourbon Garlic Cream Sauce

04 - 1/4 cup beef broth
05 - 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (use half if dried)
06 - Salt and ground black pepper, to your taste
07 - 1/4 cup bourbon
08 - 2 tablespoons butter
09 - 1 cup heavy cream
10 - 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
11 - A handful of chopped parsley for sprinkling over the dish

# Steps:

01 - Take the steaks out of the fridge about half an hour before cooking to let them warm up to room temperature. Sprinkle both sides well with some salt and pepper.
02 - Heat up a large cast iron pan or skillet over high heat, adding the butter or olive oil. When it’s screaming hot, put in the steaks and sear each side for 3-5 minutes, depending on how done you like it (aim for 130°F/54°C for medium-rare). Move them to a cutting board, cover with foil, and let them rest.
03 - Drop the heat to medium and toss some butter in the same pan. Once it’s melted, add garlic and sauté until it smells amazing and starts to turn golden (this takes around 1-2 minutes). Watch so it doesn’t burn!
04 - Carefully pour the bourbon into the hot pan—it might briefly catch fire, but don’t worry! Let it bubble away until the liquid reduces by half, about 2-3 minutes.
05 - Mix in the beef broth and heavy cream, then scatter in the thyme. Let it cook slowly on a low simmer for around 5-7 minutes, so it thickens up. Add salt and pepper to suit your taste.
06 - If you want, slice the steaks before serving. Drizzle the creamy bourbon sauce over the top and sprinkle the parsley for a fresh finish.

# Notes:

01 - Want a deeper flavor? Try swapping raw garlic with roasted garlic.
02 - Swap bourbon for whiskey or brandy if needed.
03 - For a lighter option, you can replace heavy cream with coconut milk or low-fat cream.
04 - This sauce isn’t just for steak. It’s great on pork, grilled chicken, or tofu too!

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