Date Night Steak Dinner: Juicy Ribeye with Garlic Butter

Ingredients

• 2 ribeye steaks (about 1 inch thick)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
• 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 lemon, juiced
• 1 cup asparagus, trimmed
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (for asparagus)

Instructions

1. Start by seasoning the ribeye steaks generously with salt and pepper on both sides, allowing them to sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
2. While the steaks are resting, preheat your grill or a skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil, ensuring it coats the bottom well.
3. Once the oil is shimmering, place the seasoned ribeye steaks into the hot skillet or grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare, adjusting time for desired doneness.
4. As the steaks cook, in a separate small saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over low heat and add the minced garlic, thyme, and rosemary, stirring until fragrant (about 1-2 minutes). Remove from heat and mix in the lemon juice.
5. In the last few minutes of cooking the steaks, add the trimmed asparagus to the skillet or grill, drizzling with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Grill or sauté for about 4-5 minutes until tender and slightly charred.
6. Once the steaks are cooked to your liking, remove them from the heat and let them rest for about 5 minutes before slicing. Drizzle the garlic herb butter over the steaks just before serving.
7. In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar and honey, then drizzle this mixture over the grilled asparagus before serving alongside the steaks.
8. Serve the ribeye steaks with the garlic butter and asparagus on the side, ensuring a romantic presentation for your date night.