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Pan-Seared Steak
Pan-Seared Steak is a weeknight dinner that serves 7 and is on the table in about 30 minutes, for around $42 in groceries. You'll need 1 pan, and the 4 ingredients below are everyday supermarket items. Add it to your week and the whole grocery list lands in your Instacart cart in one tap.
Goes with: Mashed potatoes (20 min)
Contains: Dairy— based on the ingredients; brands vary, so check labels.
Cookware you'll need
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- 12-inch nonstick skilletDon't have one? Amazon →
- Instant-read meat thermometerDon't have one? Amazon →
- 8-inch chef's knifeDon't have one? Amazon →
- Large cutting boards (set of 2)Don't have one? Amazon →
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Ingredients
- 2½ lb Steaks
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black pepper
Steps
- Pat the steaks dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add butter.
- Once the butter is hot, place steaks in the pan. Cook in batches if needed, 4-5 minutes per side depending on thickness, until a thermometer reads 145°F for medium.
- Let steaks rest for 3 minutes before serving.
- Picky eaters can have a plain slice of steak with no pepper.
- Make ahead: season the steaks up to a day ahead and keep them covered in the fridge.
On the side: Mashed potatoes (20 min)
3 1/2 lb yukon gold potatoes
- Peel and cut the potatoes into 2-inch chunks. Cover with cold salted water, bring to a boil and cook 15 minutes, until a fork slides in easily.
- Drain, then mash with a pat of butter and a splash of milk. Season with salt and pepper.
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