Garlic Parmesan Orzo with Seared Steak

Ingredients

• 2 NY strip steaks (room temperature)
• Salt (to taste)
• Black pepper (to taste)
• Kinder steak seasoning blend (to taste)
• 2 tbsp Butter (divided use)
• 1 tbsp Butter (for steak basting)
• 1 Garlic clove (crushed for steak basting)
• 1 Shallot (minced)
• 4 Garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 lb Orzo
• 2.5 cup Chicken broth (plus extra if needed)
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
• Parsley (optional garnish)

Steps

1. 1

   Season the room temperature NY strip steaks generously with salt, pepper, and Kinder steak seasoning blend.

2. 2

   Heat a skillet over high heat. Sear the steaks for 4 minutes per side for medium doneness.

3. 3

   In the last 2 minutes of cooking the steak, add 1 tablespoon (14g) of butter and the crushed garlic clove to the pan. Baste the steaks with the melting butter.

4. 4

   Remove the steaks from the pan and let them rest, making sure to keep all the juices.

5. 5

   In the same pan used for the steak, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons (28g) of butter.

6. 6

   Add the minced shallot and 4 minced garlic cloves to the pan. Sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes.

7. 7

   Add the orzo to the pan and toast for 1 minute, stirring to coat with the butter and aromatics.

8. 8

   Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.

9. 9

   Reduce the heat, cover the pan, and simmer for approximately 10 minutes, stirring halfway through. If the orzo is not yet tender, add a little more broth as needed.

10. 10

    Stir in the heavy cream and grated parmesan cheese until the sauce is creamy and smooth.

11. 11

    Adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper to taste.

12. 12

    Slice the rested steak and return it, along with all the accumulated juices, back into the pan with the orzo.

13. 13

    Top with optional parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Ensure the steaks are at room temperature before searing to get an even cook. Don't discard the steak juices while resting; they add significant flavor to the final dish.

Nutrition per serving

• main
• dinner
• steak
• pasta
• comfort food
• seared
• one-pan