French Seared Steak: Indulgent Cognac Cream Sauce Recipe
Indulge in the rich flavors of French Seared Steak with a Cognac Cream Sauce that elevates any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Carnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 steaks of your choice
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup cognac
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season steaks with salt and pepper, then sear in the hot skillet for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare.
- Remove steaks and let rest.
- In the same skillet, add cognac and deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits.
- Stir in heavy cream and Dijon mustard, cooking until thickened.
- Slice steak and serve with sauce poured over.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use aged cognac.
- Pair with a side of vegetables or potatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak with sauce
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 48g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg