A great steak dinner rarely needs much to feel complete. It comes down to a few key elements, cooked the right way, with flavors that build on each other instead of competing.
This version leans into that approach. Sergio’s Seasoning is used first, creating a clean, savory base that enhances the natural flavor of the steak as it sears, replacing your traditional salt and pepper. As it finishes, Maitre d’ Butter melts over the top, bringing in garlic, herbs, and a subtle brightness that gives the dish that signature steakhouse finish.
The green beans keep everything in check. Lightly blistered and simply seasoned, they add freshness and a bit of bite that cuts through the warmth of the steak without taking anything away from it.
It’s the kind of meal that feels put together without being complicated. Once you start finishing steak this way, it’s hard to go back.
Ingredients
For the Garlic Herb Buttered Steak
- 2 ribeye or New York strip steaks
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil
- 1–2 tsp Sergio’s Seasoning
- 2–3 tbsp Maitre d’ Butter
For the Green Beans
- 8 oz fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Pinch of Sergio’s Seasoning
Directions
- Prep the steak: Pat the steaks dry and coat lightly with olive oil. Season evenly with Sergio’s Seasoning, making sure all sides are covered.
- Sear for color: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the steaks for 3–4 minutes per side until a golden crust forms.
- Finish with butter: Reduce heat to medium. Add Maitre d’ Butter and baste the steaks continuously as it melts, letting the garlic and herbs coat the surface.
- Rest the steak: Remove from heat and let rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
- Cook the green beans: In a separate pan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add green beans and cook for 4–6 minutes until lightly blistered and tender. Season with a pinch of Sergio’s.
- Serve: Plate the steak alongside the green beans. Spoon any remaining garlic herb butter over the top.
Serving Tips
- Let the steak rest before slicing: This keeps it juicy and allows the seasoning to settle into every bite.
- Use high heat for the sear: This is what builds the crust and locks in flavor.
- Don’t overcook the green beans: Keeping a slight bite adds contrast to the plate.
Why the Seasoning Matters
Sergio’s Seasoning builds a clean, savory base that brings out the natural flavor of the steak without overwhelming it. It works into the surface as it cooks, giving you a consistent, well-seasoned bite from edge to center.
Maitre d’ Butter adds the layer that makes it feel finished. As it melts, garlic and herbs open up, coating the steak in a smooth, aromatic layer with a subtle brightness that carries across the entire dish.
Together, they create a combination that feels complete, especially alongside the fresh bite of green beans.
A Classic, Done Right
At its core, this is a straightforward combination. Steak, vegetables, and a few pantry staples.
But when the details are handled the right way, it turns into something more. The sear on the steak, the garlic herb finish, and the freshness from the green beans all come together in a way that feels intentional without being complicated.
Easy enough for any night of the week, but strong enough to feel like an occasion when you want it to.
