How to Cook Juicy Steaks in the Oven

How to Cook Juicy Steaks in the Oven

from spendwithpennies.com
30 min

Learn how to cook the perfect juicy steak in the oven with this easy recipe. A savory pan sauce finishes these tender steaks with a touch of easy elegance.

Ingredients

  • 2 ribeye steaks (1-inch thick, or your favorite steaks)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons steak seasoning (or to taste)
  • 3 tablespoons butter (divided)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1/4 teaspoon dried, more to taste)
  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary (chopped, or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
  • 3 tablespoons red wine (or beef broth)
  • ¼ cup heavy whipping cream

Directions

  1. 1

    Remove steaks from the fridge at least 20 minutes before starting.

  2. 2

    Preheat oven to 400°F.

  3. 3

    Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  4. 4

    Rub steaks with olive oil and generously season. Brown 2-3 minutes per side and place the pan in the oven.

  5. 5

    Bake 10-15 minutes or until steaks reach the desired doneness. Remove steaks from the skillet and rest at least 5 minutes while making the sauce.

  6. 6

    If making sauce, add 1 tablespoon butter, garlic, rosemary and thyme to the pan. Stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add red wine and simmer 2 minutes while scraping any bits off the bottom. Stir in cream and simmer 2-3 minutes more.

  7. 7

    Top steaks with remaining butter and serve with sauce.