Easy American Romantic Valentine's Dinner for Two Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 ribeye steaks (8 oz each)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup red wine (Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
• 2 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons sour cream
• 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

1. Season the ribeye steaks generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the steaks and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare. Remove from the pan and let rest.
3. In the same skillet, add red wine and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits. Cook until reduced by half, about 5 minutes. Stir in butter and rosemary until melted and combined.
4. While the steak rests, boil the cubed potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash with heavy cream, sour cream, salt, and pepper to taste.
5. In another pot, steam the asparagus until bright green and tender, about 5 minutes. Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with garlic powder.
6. Plate the mashed potatoes, top with the steak, and drizzle with the red wine reduction. Serve the asparagus on the side.