Healthy Ingredient Recipes Healthy Meat & Poultry Recipes Healthy Beef Recipes Healthy Steak Recipes Steak au Poivre This classic steak au poivre has a distinct pepper crust and char that complements the beef without overwhelming the flavor. The creamy sauce, sweetened by brandy (or cognac) complements the peppery steak beautifully. By Adam Dolge Adam Dolge Instagram Adam Dolge is EatingWell's Lead Recipe Developer. Prior to joining the EatingWell team, Adam worked for the Meredith Food Studio in Birmingham, Alabama and tested and developed recipes for brands including Cooking Light, Southern Living, Real Simple, Food & Wine, People and Health. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Published on November 18, 2022 Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Print Share Share Tweet Pin Email Photo: Photographer: Brie Goldman Food Stylist: Lauren McAnelly Prop Stylist: Holly Raibikis Active Time: 30 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings: 4 Nutrition Profile: Egg Free Gluten-Free High-Protein Nut-Free Soy-Free Jump to Nutrition Facts Ingredients 1 tablespoon black peppercorns 2 (8 ounce) beef strip steaks, about 1 inch thick ½ teaspoon kosher salt 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 thyme sprigs, plus thyme leaves for garnish 2 cloves garlic 3 tablespoons minced shallot 2 tablespoons brandy or cognac ½ cup lower-sodium chicken broth ½ cup half-and-half Directions Roughly crush peppercorns using a mortar and pestle or with the bottom of a small skillet. Transfer to a plate. Sprinkle steaks evenly with salt. Press the steaks into the crushed pepper until evenly coated. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the steaks; cook until well browned on the bottom, 3 to 4 minutes. Flip the steaks and add thyme sprigs and garlic to one side of the pan. Tilt the pan to coat the thyme and garlic in oil. Using a spoon, baste the steaks with oil. Continue to cook, basting often, until the steaks are browned on both sides and an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest portion registers 145°F, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer the steaks to a cutting board; let rest for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, remove and discard the thyme and garlic. Do not wipe the pan clean. Add shallot; cook over medium heat, stirring often, until softened, about 1 minute. Remove from heat. Add brandy (or cognac) to the pan; stir until slightly reduced, about 30 seconds. Return to medium heat and stir in broth and half-and-half; bring to a simmer. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until reduced to 1/2 cup, 6 to 8 minutes. Slice the steaks against the grain into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Arrange the sliced steak on a large platter; pour the sauce over the steak. Garnish with thyme leaves, if desired. Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 307 Calories 19g Fat 5g Carbs 24g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 4 Calories 307 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 5g 2% Dietary Fiber 1g 4% Total Sugars 2g Protein 24g 48% Total Fat 19g 24% Saturated Fat 6g 30% Cholesterol 71mg 24% Vitamin A 128IU 3% Vitamin C 2mg 2% Vitamin D 4IU 1% Vitamin E 2mg 13% Folate 12mcg 3% Vitamin K 5mcg 4% Sodium 315mg 14% Calcium 64mg 5% Iron 2mg 11% Magnesium 28mg 7% Potassium 406mg 9% Zinc 4mg 36% Vitamin B12 1mcg 42% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs. Powered by the ESHA Research Database © 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved