Recipes

Pan-Seared T-Bone Steak with Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Sautéed Green Beans

The T-bone steak is a classic cut of beef that offers the best of both worlds: a tenderloin on one side of the bone and a strip steak on the other. Perfect for hearty, family-friendly meals, this 14-oz steak can be transformed into a satisfying dinner paired with creamy garlic mashed potatoes and sautéed green beans. This well-balanced plate is simple to prepare and brings steakhouse-quality flavors right to your dinner table without needing a grill.

Ingredients:

For the Steak:

• 14 oz T-bone steak

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tbsp butter

• 2 cloves garlic (smashed)

• 2 sprigs fresh thyme or rosemary

• Salt and black pepper to taste

For Garlic Mashed Potatoes:

• 1½ lbs russet potatoes (peeled and cubed)

• 3 cloves garlic (peeled)

• 4 tbsp butter

• ½ cup milk (or heavy cream for a richer taste)

• Salt to taste

For Sautéed Green Beans:

• 1 lb green beans (trimmed)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 clove garlic (minced)

• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Garlic Mashed Potatoes:

• Boil the potatoes and garlic together in salted water for about 15–20 minutes until fork-tender.

• Drain and mash with butter, warm milk, and salt. Adjust texture and taste to preference. Cover and keep warm.

2. Cook the Steak:

• Pat the T-bone dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.

• Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil.

• Sear the steak for 3–4 minutes per side (for medium-rare), adding butter, garlic, and herbs during the final 2 minutes. Baste with melted butter.

• Let steak rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes before slicing.

3. Sauté the Green Beans:

• While the steak rests, heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.

• Add green beans and sauté for 5–7 minutes, adding garlic in the last 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Seasoning & Serving:

Season the final plate with a light sprinkle of flaky sea salt over the steak. Slice the steak across the grain and serve alongside a generous scoop of mashed potatoes and the green beans. Optional: Drizzle a little of the pan juices over the sliced meat for extra flavor. Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley for a restaurant-quality presentation.