Stovetop Ribeyes
Perfectly seared ribeye steaks basted with garlic-thyme butter, made right on the stovetop for a juicy, flavorful finish every time.
Yield: 2 servings
Prep time: 5-7 minutes (for rubbing oil, smashing garlic, getting ingredients ready)
Cook time: 8-10 minutes (4 minutes per side + basting time) + 5-10 minutes resting time
Ingredients
2 ribeye steaks (same thickness)
4 sprigs fresh thyme
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 whole garlic cloves, smashed
Freshly cracked black pepper
Salt
Directions
Heat a cast iron skillet over medium heat until it’s hot enough that you can feel the heat by hovering your hand above it.
Rub olive oil onto both sides of the steaks.
Place steaks into the skillet. Do not move them for 4 minutes.
Flip steaks. Again, do not move for 4 minutes.
Add butter, garlic cloves, and thyme to the skillet. Baste the steaks continuously with the melted butter and juices.
Turn off the heat. Be careful not to burn the butter.
Remove steaks, garlic, and thyme from the skillet. Transfer to a cutting board
Let rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving.