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Seared Rib Eye with Gorgonzola Basil Butter Recipe
It’s moments like this when you think “Deprived? All those crazy people think I’m deprived?
Experience the ultimate in flavor and simplicity with our Seared Rib-Eye with Gorgonzola Basil Butter recipe. This mouthwatering dish combines the richness of a perfectly seared rib-eye steak with the creamy, tangy goodness of Gorgonzola cheese and the fresh, aromatic notes of basil. Whether you’re a seasoned home chef or a culinary novice, this recipe is designed to deliver restaurant-quality results with minimal effort. Perfect for a special dinner or an indulgent weekend treat, this steak is sure to impress.
Why It’s Perfect for Low-Carb Summer Cooking (or any occasion)
This Seared Rib-Eye with Gorgonzola Basil Butter is an ideal choice for low-carb summer cooking for several reasons:
- Low in Carbs, High in Flavor: With no added sugars or high-carb ingredients, this recipe keeps your carb count low while delivering a rich, satisfying meal. The rib-eye steak is naturally low in carbohydrates, making it a perfect centerpiece for a low-carb diet.
- Quick and Easy Preparation: Summer is the time for enjoying the outdoors, not spending hours in the kitchen. This recipe is straightforward and quick to prepare, allowing you to spend more time enjoying your meal and less time cooking.
- Grill-Friendly: Rib-eye steaks are perfect for grilling, a popular summer cooking method. Grilling not only enhances the flavor of the meat but also keeps your kitchen cool. The Gorgonzola Basil Butter can be easily prepared in advance and added just before serving.
- Fresh and Seasonal Ingredients: Basil is at its peak during the summer months, providing a fresh, vibrant flavor that complements the rich Gorgonzola cheese beautifully. This recipe makes the most of seasonal ingredients to enhance your summer dining experience.
- Nutritious and Satisfying: Packed with protein and healthy fats, this dish is not only delicious but also highly nutritious. It will keep you full and satisfied without the need for starchy sides or high-carb fillers.
- Versatile Accompaniments: Pair this rib-eye with a variety of low-carb sides such as grilled vegetables, a fresh garden salad, or cauliflower mash to create a well-rounded, satisfying meal.
Indulge in the rich, bold flavors of this Seared Rib-Eye with Gorgonzola Basil Butter and make your summer cooking both easy and delicious. This dish is perfect for low-carb enthusiasts looking to enjoy gourmet meals without the carbs.
Seared Rib Eye with Gorgonzola Basil Butter Recipe
It’s moments like this when you think “Deprived? All those crazy people think I’m deprived?
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 8-ounce servings 1x
- Diet: Diabetic
Ingredients
- 1/2 stick butter, softened
- 1/4 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese or other mild blue cheese
- 1 small clove garlic, crushed
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
- 1 dash Tabasco sauce
- 2 pounds beef rib eye steak, 1 1/2” thick
- 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
- Montreal Steak Seasoning, or similar seasoning (optional)
- 1/2 tablespoon bacon grease or other fat
Instructions
- Put the butter, Gorgonzola, and crushed garlic in your food processor, and run till they’re well-blended. Add the basil and Tabasco, and pulse to mix in, but quit while you still have nice flecks of basil. All of this can be done in advance.
- If you want to be fancy, form the butter into a roll about 1½ in diameter, wrap in foil, and refrigerate. Then you can slice nice pats of Gorgonzola Basil Butter to melt on your steaks. I confess, however, that I simply scooped mine out of the food processor and onto the steak.
- Okay, dinnertime has rolled around. Put your big, heavy skillet over the highest heat your stove can muster. Let it get good and hot while you…
- Rub either side of your steak with olive oil. Sprinkle lightly with the steak seasoning, or just salt and pepper if you prefer.
- Melt the bacon grease in your skillet, and slosh to cover the bottom. Throw in your steak, and set a timer for 4-5 minutes. (This is approximate, and will vary with how hot a burner your stove has.)
- Flip your steak, and give it 4-5 minutes on the other side. With my stove, this yielded a steak that was well-seared on the outside, yet pink clear through — not red, pink. Perfect medium-rare.
- Remove the steak from the skillet, and let it sit a few minutes before cutting into portions. Top each portion with a generous dollop of steak butter before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 ounce
- Calories: 543
- Fat: 38g (63.5% calories from fat)
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: trace
- Protein: 48g
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