Garlic Seared Steak with Black & Blue Butter

We enjoy eating steak occasionally.  This was very delicious.  I used the butter on my baked potato & veggies as well as the steak itself.


Ingredients:

1/2 c butter, softened
1 pkt Black & Blue Cheese Ball Mix
1 1/2 Tbsp Garlic Garlic Seasoning
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 1/2 lbs beef strip or sirloin steak

Instructions:

1.  In small bowl, combine softened butter and about 1/2 packet Black & Blue Cheese Ball Mix.  Form into 6-8 balls.  Place on wax paper.  Refrigerate until ready to serve.

2.  In small microwave-safe bowl, combine Garlic Garlic Seasoning and 1 tablespoon water.  Microwave on HIGH 30 seconds; stir in remaining 1/2 packet Black & Blue Cheese Ball Mix and olive oil.  Rub over both sides of steaks.

3.  Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.  Add steaks.  Cook until desired doneness is reached on an instant-read food thermometer (145 degrees F for medium-rare; 160 degrees F for medium), turning over halfway and brushing with pan drippings occasionally, about 15-20 minutes.

4.  Remove steak from skillet.  Cover and let rest 5 minutes.  Slice steak across the grain.  Serve topped with butter balls.

Makes 6 servings.  Serve with Bayou Bourbon Green Beans.

Make Ahead & Freeze:  Prepare step 1.  Wrap with plastic wrap.  Place in a quart freezer bag.  Prepare step 2.  Place in a quart freezer bag.  Place both bags in a gallon freezer bag.  Seal well, label, and freeze.  Thaw completely.  Continue with step 3.