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25-Min Valentines Day Recipes Dinner Fun to Impress


  • Author: Zach
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

A fun and romantic dinner recipe perfect for Valentine’s Day.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 beef fillet steaks (8 oz each)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 cup mashed potatoes
  • 1/2 cup steamed asparagus
  • 1/4 cup red wine sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F.
  2. Season the steaks with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
  4. Sear the steaks for 3 minutes per side.
  5. Add butter and garlic to the pan, baste the steaks.
  6. Transfer the pan to the oven and cook for 5 minutes for medium-rare.
  7. Rest the steaks for 5 minutes before serving.
  8. Plate with mashed potatoes and asparagus.
  9. Drizzle with red wine sauce.

Notes

  • Let the steaks rest for juicier results.
  • Adjust cooking time for preferred doneness.
  • Pair with a glass of red wine.
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan-seared and oven-finished
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 steak with sides
  • Calories: 650
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 45g
  • Saturated Fat: 18g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 50g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg

Keywords: Valentine's Day, romantic dinner, steak recipe, date night