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Classic Steak Diane

Classic Steak Diane

Impress your guests with this Classic Steak Diane recipe. Rich flavors and creamy sauce make it a show-stopping dish for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 900 g beef tenderloin sliced into 110g portions
  • 3 tablespoons oil
  • 10 medium mushrooms (crimini or button) sliced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 shallot peeled and finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 60 ml cognac
  • 360 ml beef broth
  • 80 ml heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • Sliced green onions for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet or frying pan
  • Tongs for flipping the steak
  • Wooden spoon or spatula for stirring
  • Measuring spoons and cups
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Season the steaks generously with salt and pepper; let sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat; sear the steaks for 2 minutes on one side, flip and cook for another minute for medium-rare, then set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, cook the mushrooms for 6–8 minutes until golden and fragrant.
  4. Push mushrooms to the side, melt butter in the empty space, and sauté shallots and garlic for 1–2 minutes until soft.
  5. Carefully add cognac, remove the skillet from heat, then return it to the burner and allow flames to die down.
  6. Pour in beef broth, bring to a boil, and reduce by half.
  7. Stir in cream, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, parsley, and lemon juice until smooth.
  8. Return steaks to the skillet and warm for 1–2 minutes, spooning sauce over them, then garnish with green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for impressing guests during dinner parties or special occasions. Feel free to experiment with different mushrooms or sauces, and don’t skip the flambé—it adds unique flavor! Leftovers store well in separate containers in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop to retain the sauce's texture. For a delightful twist, zest a little lemon over plated steaks for additional brightness. Enjoy!
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