Sear juicy rib-eye steaks in olive oil until perfectly caramelized, then baste with butter and fresh thyme for a rich, savory flavor that's hard to resist.
Course Main Course
Prep Time 1 hourhour5 minutesminutes
Cook Time 15 minutesminutes
Total Time 1 hourhour20 minutesminutes
Servings 2to 4 servings
Calories 1000kcal
Author Liza A
Ingredients
2bone-in rib-eye steakseach 16 oz. and 1 to 1 1/2 inches thick
2tbspolive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepperto taste
4tbsp1/2 stick unsalted butter
4fresh thyme sprigs
Instructions
Rub the steaks on both sides with the olive oil. Place the steaks on a plate, cover with plastic wrap and let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes to 1 hour. Season the steaks with salt and pepper.
Heat a large heavy pan over medium-high heat. Arrange the steaks in the pan and cook for 5 to 7 minutes. Turn the steaks over and top each steak with 2 tablespoon butter and 2 thyme sprigs, letting the butter melt over the steaks. Cook, basting the steaks with the melted butter, for 5 to 7 minutes or until done to your liking.
Transfer the steaks to a platter and discard the thyme sprigs. Cover loosely with aluminum foil and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.