Pan-Seared Blade Steak with Garlic Herb Butter

Ingredients

• Blade steak (2 (about 1 inch thick))
• Salt (to taste)
• Black pepper (to taste)
• Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
• Unsalted butter (3 tablespoons)
• Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
• Fresh thyme (2 tablespoons, chopped)

Instructions

1. Remove the blade steaks from the refrigerator and let them come to room temperature for about 30 minutes. This ensures even cooking.
2. Generously season both sides of the steaks with salt and black pepper.
3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
4. Carefully add the seasoned steaks to the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are browned and reach your desired level of doneness (130°F for medium-rare).
5. Once cooked, remove the steaks from the skillet and let them rest on a plate for about 5 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute.
6. In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the unsalted butter, minced garlic, and chopped thyme. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until the garlic is fragrant and the butter is melted.
7. Spoon the garlic herb butter over the rested steaks and serve immediately, garnished with additional thyme if desired.