Lemon Herb Butter Steak with Mashed Potatoes (Print version)

Juicy pan-seared ribeye steaks with lemon garlic herb butter and creamy mashed potatoes for a cozy steakhouse-style dinner.

# Ingredients:

For the lemon herb butter

01 - 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened
02 - 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
03 - 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
04 - 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
05 - 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme
06 - 1 clove garlic, minced
07 - 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For the steak

09 - 2 ribeye steaks, about 1 inch thick, 10-12 oz (280-340 g) each
10 - 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
11 - 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
12 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

For the mashed potatoes

13 - 2 lb (900 g) russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
14 - 1 tablespoon kosher salt for the boiling water, plus more to taste
15 - 1/2 cup (120 ml) whole milk or heavy cream, warmed
16 - 4 tablespoons (57 g) unsalted butter
17 - Black pepper, to taste

# Instructions:

01 - In a small bowl, stir together the softened butter, lemon zest, lemon juice, parsley, thyme, garlic, salt, and pepper until evenly mixed. Set aside at room temperature.
02 - Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Add salt, bring to a boil, and cook for 15-20 minutes until the potatoes are fork-tender.
03 - Pat the steaks dry with paper towels. Season both sides with kosher salt and black pepper while the potatoes cook.
04 - Heat olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the steaks and cook for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until they reach your preferred doneness.
05 - Transfer the steaks to a plate. Spoon a generous amount of lemon herb butter over each steak and rest for 5-8 minutes before slicing or serving whole.
06 - Drain the potatoes well and return them to the hot pot for 1 minute. Mash with warm milk and butter until fluffy, then season with salt and pepper.
07 - Plate the mashed potatoes with the rested steaks. Spoon any melted lemon herb butter and steak juices over the top.

# Good to know:

01 - Use an instant-read thermometer for the most reliable steak doneness.
02 - Let the steaks rest before cutting so the juices stay in the meat.
03 - Warm milk or cream keeps mashed potatoes smooth and hot.

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