Description
A perfectly seared New York strip steak topped with a creamy, tangy blue cheese butter, ideal for a special occasion like Father’s Day. This recipe is easy, flavorful, and delivers a juicy, tender steak every time.
Ingredients
- 2 New York Strip Steaks (10–12 oz each)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 ounces blue cheese, crumbled
- 1 clove fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
- Coarse kosher salt
- Freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (or high smoke point oil like avocado oil)
- Optional: 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the Blue Cheese Butter: Soften unsalted butter at room temperature. In a small bowl, combine softened butter, crumbled blue cheese, minced garlic, chopped parsley, a pinch of salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. Add lemon juice if desired. Mix until well combined but still chunky.
- Roll the butter mixture into a log shape using parchment paper, wrap tightly, and refrigerate to chill while cooking the steak.
- Bring the Steaks to Room Temperature: Remove steaks from the fridge about 15 minutes before cooking. Pat dry with paper towels.
- Season both sides generously with coarse kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
- Sear the Steaks: Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until smoking hot. Add olive oil and swirl to coat.
- Place steaks in the pan and sear undisturbed for 3-4 minutes until a deep brown crust forms. Flip and sear the other side for another 3-4 minutes. For medium-rare, aim for an internal temperature of 130°F (54°C).
- Optional: If skillet is oven-safe, finish steaks in a preheated 400°F (200°C) oven for 2-3 minutes.
- Rest the Steaks: Transfer steaks to a plate, tent loosely with foil, and rest for 5-10 minutes to redistribute juices.
- Serve: Slice a generous pat of blue cheese butter on top of each steak and serve immediately with your favorite sides.
Notes
[“Use a hot pan to get a great crust; if the pan isn’t hot enough, the steak will steam instead of sear.”, ‘Rest the steak after cooking to keep it juicy.’, ‘Make the blue cheese butter ahead of time and keep refrigerated or frozen.’, ‘Salt the steak 15 minutes before cooking to tenderize and enhance flavor.’, ‘Choose a creamy blue cheese like Roquefort or Gorgonzola for best melting and flavor.’, ‘Do not overcrowd the pan; cook steaks in batches if needed.’, ‘For grilling, cook steaks 4-5 minutes per side and add blue cheese butter just before serving.’, ‘Reheat leftovers gently in a skillet with a splash of broth or water; avoid microwaving.’]
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak with blue ch
- Calories: 620
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 45
- Saturated Fat: 20
- Carbohydrates: 1
- Protein: 55
Keywords: New York strip steak, blue cheese butter, steak recipe, Father's Day recipe, pan-seared steak, easy steak dinner