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Port-Reduction Braised Leek and Sage-Studded Ribeye with a Smooth Rutabaga & Brown Butter Purée

Port-Reduction Braised Leek and Sage-Studded Ribeye with a Smooth Rutabaga & Brown Butter Purée

This exquisite dish features tender ribeye steaks braised in a rich port reduction, complemented by a smooth rutabaga and brown butter purée, perfect for a special occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 2 portions
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Contemporary American
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces Ribeye steaks About 1 inch thick
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 2 pieces Leeks Trimmed and sliced
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 cup Port wine
  • 1 cup Beef broth
  • 4 pieces Fresh sage leaves
  • 1 pieces Rutabaga Peeled and cubed
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
  • ½ cup Heavy cream
  • for garnish Fresh sage leaves

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Pot
  • Immersion Blender or Food Processor

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Season the ribeye steaks generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ribeye steaks and sear for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until a nice crust forms. Remove the steaks from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the sliced leeks and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the port wine, scraping the bottom of the skillet to release any browned bits. Bring to a boil and let it reduce by half.
  5. Return the ribeye steaks to the skillet. Add the beef broth and sage leaves. Cover and reduce the heat to low, allowing the steaks to braise for about 30 minutes, or until tender.
  6. While the steaks are braising, place the cubed rutabaga in a pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and return to the pot.
  7. In a separate pan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat until it turns golden brown and has a nutty aroma. Pour the brown butter over the cooked rutabaga.
  8. Add the heavy cream to the rutabaga and use an immersion blender or a food processor to blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. To plate, spoon the rutabaga purée onto plates, top with the braised ribeye, and drizzle with the port reduction sauce. Garnish with fresh sage leaves.

Notes

Feel free to substitute other herbs for sage or add vegetables to the rutabaga purée for variation.