Ribeye Steak with Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes
A comforting dish combining succulent ribeye steak and creamy, cheesy scalloped potatoes, perfect for special occasions or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
For the Ribeye Steak
- 2 pieces 1-inch thick ribeye steaks Juicy and flavorful
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For searing the steaks
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter For basting steaks
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary Optional for flavor
For the Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes
- 4 large russet potatoes Peeled and thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter For greasing the baking dish
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper Freshly ground
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- to taste fresh parsley For garnish
Instructions
Preparation of Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and butter a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream, whole milk, and season with salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in shredded cheddar cheese and grated Parmesan cheese until smooth.
Layering and Baking the Potatoes
- Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the prepared dish and pour half of the cheese mixture over the top. Repeat layers.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45-50 minutes until the potatoes are just tender.
- Remove foil, sprinkle more cheese on top, and bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden brown.
Cooking the Ribeye Steaks
- While the potatoes bake, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season ribeye steaks with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cook steaks for 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare, adjusting time as needed for different doneness.
- Add butter and rosemary to the pan to baste the steaks for extra flavor.
Serving
- Let the ribeye steaks rest, then plate them alongside the cheesy scalloped potatoes.
- Garnish potatoes with fresh parsley and enjoy.
Notes
For enhanced steak flavor, let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before cooking. Consider adding Worcestershire sauce or a dry rub for extra taste. Various cheeses can elevate the scalloped potatoes even further.