Herb-Crusted Steaks with Lemon-Garlic Potatoes

By á-8

from America's Test Kitchen book

This recipe is super easy and very tasty!

Ingredients

• 4 center-cut tenderloin steaks (about 6 oz ea)about 1 in thick
• salt and pepper
• 3 tbls olive oil
• 1 1/4 lbs red potatoes, scrubbed and cut into 1-inch chunks
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tsp lemon juice
• 2 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1/2 c mixed finely chopped fresh herbs such as tarragon, basil, cilantro and parsley

Details

Servings 4

Preparation

Step 1

1. Pat steaks dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until just smoking. Cook steaks until well browned (3-6 minutes per side) Transfer steaks to platter and tent with foil.


2. Meanwhile, toss potatoes, additional 1 tablespoon oil, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in bowl. Microwave, covered until tender, 4 to 7 minutes.


3. Heat remaining oil in empty skillet over medium-high heat until just smoking. Add potatoes and cook until browned, about 6 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Off heat, stir in lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.


4. Brush tops of steaks with mustard and sprinkle with herbs. Serve with potatoes.