Steak Au Poivre

Ingredients (Serving Size : 1)

• 1 inch thick steak
• ¹/₂ teaspoons salt
• ¹/₄ teaspoon pepper
• ¹/₄ tablespoon olive oil
• ¹/₄ cup shallots, chopped
• ¹/₈ cup butter, cut into 2 pieces
• ¹/₈ cup cognac
• ¹/₄ cup heavy cream

Cooking Instructions

1. Season steak with salt and pepper.
2. Cook the steaks in oil for 3 minutes. Set aside.
3. Add shallots and butter to the steak drippings in the pan. Cook for 5 minutes.
4. Add cognac (mind the flame) and cook until sauce thickens.
5. Add the cream.
6. Pour sauce over the steak and serve.