I’m going to stop posting recipes because there’s no interaction to encourage me to do it.Beef Steaks with Mushroom SauceIngredients :4 beef steaks (approximately 180g each, ribeye or fillet type)250 gm fresh mushrooms , sliced1 tablespoon of butter.1 tablespoon of olive oil1/2 cup beef broth1/2 cup thick cream1 tablespoon of flour (to thicken the sauce)1 clove of garlic, minced1 teaspoon of fresh or dried thymeSalt and pepper to tasteFresh chopped parsley for garnishPreparation:Cooking up some steaks :Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season salt and pepper steaks.Cook the steaks in the hot skillet, about 3-4 minutes on each side for a smooth cook, or adjust the time to your desired cook. Remove the steaks from the skillet and reserve them under aluminum foil to keep them warm.Preparation of mushroom sauce:In the same pan, add the butter and melt it over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and simmer for 1 minute.Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 5-7 minutes, until tender and slightly golden brown.Sprinkle the mushrooms with flour and mix well to coat them. Let cook for 1-2 minutes to remove taste from flour.Add the beef broth and let simmer for 3-5 minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly.Pour heavy cream, add thyme, then simmer on low heat for another 5 minutes, adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper.Serve :Arrange the steaks on hot plates, then dab them in the mushroom sauce.Top with some chopped fresh parsley for added color.Tips:Variations: You can add some white wine or cognac to the sauce to give it more depth.
