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Maple-Balsamic Glazed Garlic Confit and Rosemary Braised Ribeye with a Velvety Parsnip & Brown Butter Gravy

Maple-Balsamic Glazed Garlic Confit and Rosemary Braised Ribeye with a Velvety Parsnip & Brown Butter Gravy

This decadent dish features succulent ribeye steaks braised in rich flavors, complemented by a sweet and tangy garlic confit and a smooth parsnip gravy.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 2 portions
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

Garlic Confit Ingredients
  • 1 cup Garlic cloves, peeled
  • 1 cup Olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Braised Ribeye Ingredients
  • 2 pieces Ribeye steaks (about 1.5 inches thick)
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 cup Beef broth
  • 2 pieces Fresh rosemary sprigs
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
Parsnip and Brown Butter Gravy Ingredients
  • 2 cups Parsnips, peeled and chopped
  • 1/2 cup Heavy cream
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Skillet or Dutch Oven
  • Blender or immersion blender
  • Pot

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Prepare the Garlic Confit: In a small saucepan, combine the peeled garlic cloves and olive oil. Heat over low heat until the garlic is soft and tender, about 30-40 minutes. Do not let it brown. Once cooked, stir in the chopped rosemary, maple syrup, balsamic vinegar, and season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  2. Braised Ribeye: Season the ribeye steaks generously with salt and pepper on both sides. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the steaks for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned. Remove the steaks from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Add the beef broth to the skillet, scraping the bottom of the pan to deglaze. Return the steaks to the skillet, add the rosemary sprigs, and cover. Reduce the heat to low and braise for 1-1.5 hours until the steaks are tender. Baste occasionally with the pan juices.
  4. Make the Parsnip and Brown Butter Gravy: In a medium pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the chopped parsnips and cook until fork-tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  5. In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until it turns golden brown and has a nutty aroma. Be careful not to burn it. Add the cooked parsnips and heavy cream to the brown butter. Blend with an immersion blender or transfer to a regular blender until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. To Serve: Slice the braised ribeye and arrange on plates. Drizzle with the maple-balsamic garlic confit. Serve alongside the velvety parsnip and brown butter gravy, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

This dish is perfect for special occasions or a cozy dinner at home. You can adjust the sweetness of the garlic confit by varying the amount of maple syrup.