Garlic Butter Steak Bites and Cheesy Smashed Potatoes
Ingredients:
For the Steak Bites:
1 lb sirloin steak (or your preferred cut), cut into 1-inch cubes
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tbsp olive oil
4 tbsp unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped
1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
For the Cheesy Smashed Potatoes:
2 lbs baby potatoes, washed and halved
4 tbsp unsalted butter
1/2 cup milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions:
Step 1: Cook the Potatoes
Place the baby potatoes in a large pot and cover them with water. Bring to a boil and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork.
Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Use a potato masher to lightly smash them (not fully mashed, just a little smash for texture).
Add butter, milk, shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper. Mash until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Set aside and keep warm.
Step 2: Cook the Steak Bites
While the potatoes are cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Season the steak bites with salt and pepper. Add them to the skillet in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until browned and cooked to your desired doneness. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add butter, minced garlic, rosemary, and thyme. Cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Return the steak bites to the skillet, tossing them in the garlic butter sauce to coat.
Step 3: Serve
Serve the garlic butter steak bites over a bed of the cheesy smashed potatoes.
Garnish with fresh parsley for a touch of color and freshness.
Enjoy your savory, garlicky steak bites and creamy, cheesy smashed potatoes—a comforting and flavorful dish that’s perfect for any occasion!