Description
A restaurant-quality New York strip steak, pan-seared to perfection and finished with a rich, tangy Gorgonzola cream sauce. Perfect for Valentine’s Day, date nights, or any special occasion when you want an indulgent but easy dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 New York Strip Steaks (10–12 oz each, about 1–1.5 inches thick)
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 1–2 tablespoons neutral oil (canola or grapeseed)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, smashed
- 2–3 sprigs fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Chives or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Pat steaks dry with paper towels. Generously season both sides with kosher salt and black pepper. Let sit at room temperature for 30-40 minutes.
- Preheat a cast iron or heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat until smoking hot (about 3 minutes).
- Add neutral oil and swirl to coat. Place steaks in the pan, away from you. Sear without moving for 2-3 minutes until a deep brown crust forms.
- Flip steaks with tongs. Add 1 tablespoon butter, smashed garlic, and thyme or rosemary. Tilt pan and baste steaks with melted butter. Cook to desired doneness (Rare: 120°F, Medium-rare: 130°F, Medium: 140°F; about 3-5 minutes per side depending on thickness).
- Transfer steaks to a cutting board, tent loosely with foil, and let rest for 10 minutes.
- While steaks rest, melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in Gorgonzola and Parmesan. Whisk until smooth and thickened, about 5-7 minutes. Taste and season with salt and pepper if needed. Do not boil.
- Slice steaks against the grain into thick strips. Drizzle with warm Gorgonzola cream sauce and garnish with chopped chives or parsley. Serve immediately.
Notes
Let steaks come to room temperature before cooking for best sear. Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness. If sauce is too thick, add a splash of cream; if too thin, add more cheese. Substitute Gorgonzola with goat cheese or sharp cheddar if preferred. For a vegetarian option, use thick portobello mushrooms instead of steak.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak with sauce (
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 500
- Fat: 32
- Saturated Fat: 16
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Protein: 32
Keywords: steak, New York strip, Gorgonzola sauce, pan seared, Valentine’s Day, date night, easy steak recipe, blue cheese sauce, special occasion, dinner