Garlic Butter Steak Bites and Creamy Mashed Potatoes

Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Creamy Mashed Potatoes

This restaurant-quality meal features tender, juicy steak bites cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce, served over the creamiest, dreamiest mashed potatoes. It’s the ultimate comfort food that’s surprisingly easy to make at home!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

· Restaurant Quality: Feels luxurious but easy enough for weeknights
· Perfect Pairing: Steak and potatoes is a classic for a reason
· Quick Cooking: Steak bites cook in minutes
· Creamy & Dreamy: The mashed potatoes are incredibly smooth
· Garlic Butter Sauce: So good you’ll want to drink it!

Ingredients:

For the Garlic Butter Steak Bites:

· 1.5 lbs sirloin steak or ribeye, cut into 1-inch cubes
· 2 tablespoons olive oil
· 4 tablespoons butter
· 6 garlic cloves, minced
· 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1 tsp dried)
· 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped (or ½ tsp dried)
· ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
· Salt and black pepper to taste
· 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

For the Creamy Mashed Potatoes:

· 2 lbs Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
· ½ cup warm whole milk or heavy cream
· ½ cup sour cream
· 4 tablespoons butter
· ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
· Salt and white pepper to taste

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare Mashed Potatoes

1. Place cubed potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold salted water.
2. Bring to a boil and cook until potatoes are tender (15-20 minutes).
3. Drain well and return to pot.
4. Mash potatoes with milk, sour cream, butter, and Parmesan until smooth.
5. Season with salt and white pepper. Keep warm.

Step 2: Cook Steak Bites

1. Pat steak cubes dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over high heat.
3. Add steak in a single layer (work in batches if needed).
4. Sear 2-3 minutes per side until browned but medium-rare inside.
5. Remove steak from skillet and set aside.

Step 3: Make Garlic Butter Sauce

1. Reduce heat to medium and add butter to the same skillet.
2. Add garlic, thyme, rosemary, and red pepper flakes.
3. Cook 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Return steak bites to skillet and toss to coat in butter sauce.
5. Remove from heat and stir in fresh parsley.

Step 4: Serve

1. Spoon creamy mashed potatoes onto plates.
2. Top with garlic butter steak bites.
3. Drizzle with extra garlic butter sauce from the pan.
4. Serve immediately.

Chef’s Notes & Tips:

· Steak Choice: Sirloin is great for budget, ribeye for more luxury
· Don’t Crowd Pan: Cook steak in batches for proper searing
· Rest Steak: Let steak rest before cutting for juicier results
· Potato Tip: Yukon Gold make creamier mashed, Russet make fluffier
· Make Ahead: Mashed potatoes can be made ahead and reheated

Variations:

· Creamy Sauce: Add ¼ cup beef broth and 2 tbsp cream for a pan sauce
· Mushroom: Add sliced mushrooms with the garlic
· Herb Variations: Try different herb combinations
· Spicy: Add more red pepper flakes or hot sauce

Serving Suggestions:

· With crusty bread to soak up the sauce
· Steamed green vegetables on the side
· A glass of red wine
· Fresh salad with vinaigrette

This stunning meal is perfect for date night, special occasions, or when you just need some serious comfort food!