Steak with “Haunted” Bourbon-Style Garlic Cream Sauce

introduction

This steak recipe mixes a rich garlic cream sauce with a bourbon-style splash. It uses simple pantry items and cooks fast. If you like bold garlic sauce ideas, try the garlic butter steak tips with penne for a related twist.

why make this recipe

This dish gives big flavor with little fuss. The cream sauce is smooth and garlicky. The bourbon-style mix adds a warm sweet note without real alcohol. You can make a weeknight meal or a weekend treat. The sauce pairs well with potatoes, veggies, or pasta.

how to make Steak with "Haunted" Bourbon-Style Garlic Cream Sauce

Work in three clear steps: sear the steaks, make the sauce in the same pan, then slice and serve with the sauce. Keep heat steady and taste the sauce as you go. When you make the sauce, stir in the cheese last so it melts smooth.

Ingredients :

• 2 ribeye or sirloin steaks
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp butter
• 3 cloves garlic, smashed
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• Salt, to taste
• 1 tbsp butter (for sauce)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup bourbon-style substitute (3 tbsp apple juice, 1 tbsp water, 1/2 tsp vanilla extract, 1/2 tsp molasses or brown sugar)
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (for sauce)
• 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp cayenne (optional)
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
• Salt & black pepper, to taste

Directions :

Step 1: Pat steaks dry and season generously with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add steaks and sear 3–4 minutes per side. Add butter and smashed garlic, basting the steaks for 1 minute. Remove steaks and let rest.
Step 2: Lower heat to medium. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Pour in the bourbon-style substitute and let it simmer. Stir in heavy cream, smoked paprika, cinnamon, and cayenne. Simmer gently until slightly thickened.
Step 3: Stir in Parmesan until smooth. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Step 4: Slice steaks and spoon the haunted garlic cream sauce over the top. Serve with mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or buttered noodles.

how to serve Steak with "Haunted" Bourbon-Style Garlic Cream Sauce

Slice the steaks against the grain. Spoon the sauce over each slice. Serve hot with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables. A simple green salad keeps the meal light. For pasta lovers, toss buttered noodles and pour extra sauce on top.

how to store Steak with "Haunted" Bourbon-Style Garlic Cream Sauce

Cool the leftovers to room temperature within two hours. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently over low heat on the stove, stirring so the cream sauce does not split. Do not freeze the cream sauce; it can change texture.

tips to make Steak with "Haunted" Bourbon-Style Garlic Cream Sauce

• Dry steaks well before searing for a better crust.
• Use a heavy pan or cast-iron for even heat.
• Let steaks rest 5–10 minutes after cooking to keep juices.
• Add Parmesan off the heat to keep the sauce smooth.
• If the sauce is too thick, thin with a splash of water or extra cream.
  You can also see a different creamy sauce idea in the creamy cajun chicken rotini with garlic-parmesan sauce post for inspiration.

variation (if any)

• Use real bourbon instead of the substitute if you want the true flavor and then flame off the alcohol carefully.
• Swap ribeye for filet or sirloin for a leaner cut.
• Add chopped herbs like parsley or chives for freshness.
• For less heat, skip the cayenne.

FAQs

Q: Can I use a different cut of steak?
A: Yes. Ribeye, sirloin, or filet all work. Adjust cook time by thickness.

Q: Can I make the sauce ahead?
A: You can make the sauce a few hours ahead and chill. Reheat gently on low while stirring.

Q: Is the bourbon-style substitute needed?
A: The substitute adds sweet and warm notes without alcohol. You can use a splash of real bourbon instead if you prefer.

Q: How do I stop the cream from splitting?
A: Keep heat low when adding cream and stir often. Do not boil hard.

Conclusion

For a full reference and another take on this flavor, see the Bourbon Steak with Haunted Garlic Cream Sauce for a Flavorful Guide.

Steak with Haunted Bourbon-Style Garlic Cream Sauce

This steak recipe features a rich garlic cream sauce with a bourbon-style splash, offering big flavor with little fuss. Perfect for weeknight meals or special occasions.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 2 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 700

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the Steak

• 2 pieces ribeye or sirloin steaks Use your preferred cut.
• 1 tbsp olive oil For searing the steaks.
• 2 tbsp butter For basting the steaks.
• 3 cloves garlic, smashed For flavor while searing.
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika For seasoning.
• 1/2 tsp black pepper To taste.
• Salt, to taste For seasoning the steaks.

For the Garlic Cream Sauce

• 1 tbsp butter For melting and sautéing garlic.
• 3 cloves garlic, minced For the sauce.
• 3/4 cup heavy cream Base for the cream sauce.
• 1/4 cup bourbon-style substitute Mix of apple juice, water, and vanilla.
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika For flavor in the sauce.
• 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon Adds a warm note.
• 1/4 tsp cayenne Optional, for heat.
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan Stir in at the end for creaminess.
• Salt & black pepper, to taste For adjusting flavor.

Method

 

Preparation

1. Pat steaks dry and season generously with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add steaks and sear 3–4 minutes per side. Add butter and smashed garlic, basting the steaks for 1 minute. Remove steaks and let rest.

Making the Sauce

1. Lower heat to medium. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
2. Pour in the bourbon-style substitute and let it simmer.
3. Stir in heavy cream, smoked paprika, cinnamon, and cayenne. Simmer gently until slightly thickened.
4. Stir in Parmesan until smooth. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Serving

1. Slice steaks against the grain and spoon the haunted garlic cream sauce over the top. Serve with mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or buttered noodles.

Notes

Dry steaks well before searing for a better crust. Use a heavy pan or cast-iron for even heat. Let steaks rest 5–10 minutes after cooking to keep juices. Add Parmesan off the heat to keep the sauce smooth. If the sauce is too thick, thin with a splash of water or extra cream.