beef steak with mushroom sauce stock

Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients:

For the Beef Steak:

• 4 beef steaks (sirloin, ribeye, or your preferred cut), about 1 inch thick
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme)

For the Mushroom Sauce:

• 2 cups mushrooms, sliced (button or cremini mushrooms work well)
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup beef broth (homemade or store-bought)
• 1/2 cup red wine (optional)
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

Prepare Beef Steak:

1. Season Steaks:
   • Pat the steaks dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, and dried thyme.
2. Sear Steaks:
   • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steaks and sear for about 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, adjusting the time based on your desired doneness. Remove steaks from the skillet and set aside to rest.
3. Make Mushroom Sauce:
   • Sauté Mushrooms and Onions:
     • In the same skillet, add butter. Sauté mushrooms and onions until they are soft and the moisture from the mushrooms has evaporated.
   • Create Roux:
     • Sprinkle flour over the mushrooms and onions. Stir well to create a roux and cook for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.
   • Add Liquids:
     • Gradually add beef broth and red wine (if using), stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Allow the mixture to simmer and thicken.
   • Season and Finish:
     • Stir in Worcestershire sauce and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes until the sauce reaches the desired consistency.
4. Serve:
   • Plate Steaks:
     • Place the rested steaks on serving plates.
   • Pour Mushroom Sauce:
     • Spoon the mushroom sauce over the steaks.
   • Garnish and Serve:
     • Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve the beef steak with mushroom sauce alongside your favorite side dishes.
5. Enjoy:
   • Enjoy this flavorful and satisfying beef steak with mushroom sauce as a delicious main course!

Note: If you prefer a non-alcoholic version, you can omit the red wine and use additional beef broth. Adjust the thickness of the sauce by adding more broth if needed.