Steak With Bearnaise Sauce Recipe

Indulge in a romantic dinner with this exquisite Steak with Bearnaise Sauce recipe, inspired by the Barefoot Contessa herself! Perfectly cooked steak is elevated to new heights with a creamy, luxurious bearnaise sauce – even bearnaise skeptics will be amazed. This recipe, perfect for a special occasion or a romantic night in, features a rich sauce made with fresh herbs and (yes!) raw egg yolks. Serve alongside rosemary roasted potatoes and a vibrant pesto pea salad for a complete and unforgettable meal. **Note:** This recipe contains raw egg yolks in the bearnaise sauce.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 309.2 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Steak With Bearnaise Sauce

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How to Make Steak With Bearnaise Sauce

  1. Prepare the bearnaise sauce: Melt 6 tablespoons of butter in a saucepan over low heat. Whisk together 4 large egg yolks, 2 tablespoons of white wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper in a heatproof bowl. Slowly whisk in the melted butter, a tablespoon at a time, until the sauce is thick and emulsified.
  2. Add 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh tarragon and 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley to the bearnaise sauce. Stir to combine. Keep warm.
  3. Season steaks generously with salt and pepper. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the steaks to the hot skillet and cook to your desired doneness (about 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare).
  5. Remove steaks from the skillet and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  6. Serve the sliced steak topped with the warm bearnaise sauce, accompanied by rosemary roasted potatoes and pesto pea salad.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

101g

Carbs

0g

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