🥩 Creamy Herb Steak & Roasted Baby Potatoes

A juicy, seared beef roast topped with a rich creamy garlic-herb sauce, served with golden roasted baby potatoes. 🥔🌿

🛒 Necessary Ingredients

🥩 Steak & Potatoes

• 🥩 1 large beef steak or thick-cut beef roast, about 700–900 g
• 🥔 700 g baby potatoes, halved
• 🫒 2 tbsp olive oil
• 🧂 1 tsp salt
• 🌶️ ½ tsp black pepper
• 🧄 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 🌿 1 tsp dried Italian herbs

🥣 Creamy Herb Sauce

• 🧈 2 tbsp butter
• 🧄 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 🥛 1 cup heavy cream
• 🧀 ½ cup grated Parmesan
• 🌿 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 🧂 Salt, to taste
• 🌶️ Black pepper, to taste

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Recipe

1. 🥔 Season the Potatoes

• Wash the baby potatoes thoroughly.
• Cut larger potatoes in half.
• Toss them with olive oil, salt, black pepper, minced garlic, and Italian herbs.
• Spread them in a baking dish in a single layer.

2. 🔥 Roast the Potatoes

• Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
• Roast the potatoes for about 35–45 minutes.
• Turn them once halfway through cooking.
• They should be golden and tender inside. 🥔✨

3. 🥩 Season the Beef

• Pat the steak or roast dry with paper towels.
• Season all sides generously with salt and black pepper.
• Let it sit for about 15–20 minutes before cooking.

4. 🍳 Sear the Beef

• Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
• Add a little olive oil.
• Place the beef in the hot skillet and sear until deeply browned on all sides.
• For a thick piece of beef, transfer the skillet to the 200°C (400°F) oven and cook until it reaches your preferred doneness.
• Use a meat thermometer for accuracy.

5. ⏳ Rest the Beef

• Remove the beef from the skillet.
• Place it on a plate or cutting board.
• Cover loosely with foil and let it rest for 10–15 minutes so the juices redistribute.

6. 🧄 Start the Creamy Sauce

• Using the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
• Add the minced garlic.
• Cook for about 30–60 seconds, just until fragrant.

7. 🥛 Make It Creamy

• Pour in the heavy cream.
• Stir continuously and gently simmer for 2–3 minutes.
• Add the grated Parmesan.
• Stir until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes thick and creamy. 🧀

8. 🌿 Add the Herbs

• Stir in the fresh parsley.
• Season with black pepper and salt only if needed.
• Simmer briefly until the sauce reaches a smooth, pourable consistency.

9. 🍽️ Assemble

• Arrange the roasted baby potatoes on a serving dish.
• Place the rested beef in the center.
• Generously spoon the creamy herb sauce over the top of the beef.
• Sprinkle with additional fresh parsley. 🌿✨

10. 🔪 Slice & Serve

• If using a large roast, slice it against the grain into thick pieces.
• Spoon some of the creamy sauce over the slices.
• Serve immediately with the golden potatoes. 🥩🥔

❓ Recipe Q&A

Q: How do I know when the beef is done?

• Use a meat thermometer and cook to your preferred internal temperature. Let the beef rest before slicing.

Q: Can I use a regular steak instead of a large roast?

• Yes. Adjust the cooking time according to the steak’s thickness and desired doneness.

Q: Can I make the sauce without Parmesan?

• Yes, but Parmesan gives the sauce extra richness and helps thicken it.