Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Peppercorn Steaks, a dish that transforms any meal into a gourmet experience. Perfectly seared to retain juiciness and topped with a creamy pepper sauce, this recipe is ideal for special occasions or a cozy dinner at home. With its rich combination of black peppercorns and cognac, every bite offers a delightful burst of flavor that will impress even the most discerning palates. This simple yet elegant dish is designed for cooks of all skill levels, making it easy to elevate your everyday dining into something truly special.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 steaks (1/2 to 1 pound each)
- Kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons cracked black peppercorns
- 1/4 cup finely chopped shallots
- 1/4 cup cognac
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley
Instructions
- Generously salt the steaks and let them rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet until smoking. Sear the steaks for at least 4 minutes on each side, checking doneness with a meat thermometer.
- Remove cooked steaks to a baking sheet, tent with foil, and sprinkle with cracked peppercorns.
- In the same pan, sauté shallots until soft. Add cognac and deglaze the pan, then add beef broth and reduce.
- Stir in heavy cream and parsley, then pour over the steaks before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak (approximately 6 ounces)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 150mg