Pan Seared Denver Steak with Creamy Blue Cheese Sauce
Experience the rich and savory delight of Pan Seared Denver Steak with Creamy Blue Cheese Sauce. This dish features tender, juicy beef complemented by a luxurious sauce that harmonizes beautifully with the steak’s robust flavor. Perfect for any occasion—from intimate dinners to festive gatherings—this recipe is straightforward and quick, allowing you to create a gourmet meal in less than an hour. The combination of pan-searing and finishing in the oven guarantees perfectly cooked steaks every time while the creamy blue cheese sauce adds an indulgent touch that elevates your dining experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan Searing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Denver steaks (about 1 1/4 pounds total)
- 2 tablespoons butter (for steak)
- 2 tablespoons butter (for blue cheese sauce)
- 1/4 cup shallot, diced
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 3 ounces blue cheese, crumbled (plus more for garnish)
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Bring steaks to room temperature and preheat your oven to 400°F.
- In a saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add shallots, cooking until tender. Stir in flour, then whisk in heavy cream until smooth. Mix in blue cheese until melted, then keep warm.
- In a cast iron skillet, melt remaining butter over medium-high heat. Sear steaks for about 2 minutes on each side.
- Transfer skillet to the oven and cook until desired doneness (135°F for medium-rare).
- Rest steaks for 10 minutes before slicing against the grain and serving with sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 532
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 113mg