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Perfect Glamping-Style Cast Iron Ribeye with Herb Butter

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A rustic and flavorful ribeye steak seared in a cast iron skillet and finished with a rich herb butter, perfect for glamping or home cooking.

Ingredients

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  • 1 thick ribeye steak (12–16 oz / 340–450 g), well-marbled, preferably grass-fed
  • 3 tbsp (45 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves stripped
  • 2 garlic cloves, smashed
  • Coarse sea salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • Optional: squeeze of fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Bring the ribeye to room temperature by taking it out of the fridge about 30 minutes before cooking.
  2. In a small bowl, combine softened butter, finely chopped rosemary, thyme leaves, and smashed garlic. Mix well and set aside to let flavors meld. Cover and refrigerate for 10 minutes if time allows.
  3. Pat the ribeye dry with paper towels. Generously season both sides with coarse sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  4. Heat the cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Wait until shimmering and just about to smoke (about 2-3 minutes).
  5. Place the ribeye in the skillet and cook without moving for 4 minutes (for medium-rare on a 1-inch thick steak). Flip and cook the other side for 3-4 minutes. Adjust time for thickness.
  6. Reduce heat to medium-low. Add dollops of herb butter onto the steak and baste continuously with a spoon for 1-2 minutes, ensuring the butter foams gently without burning.
  7. Check doneness with a meat thermometer: 130°F (54°C) for medium-rare, 140°F (60°C) for medium.
  8. Remove steak from skillet and tent loosely with foil. Rest for 5-7 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
  9. Slice against the grain and spoon any remaining herb butter from the pan over the steak. Optionally, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

Notes

Bring steak to room temperature before cooking for even doneness. Pat dry to ensure a good sear. Baste with herb butter after searing to add flavor and juiciness. Rest steak after cooking to redistribute juices. Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness. If skillet smokes excessively, lower heat or add butter later. For dairy-free, substitute butter with herb-infused olive oil.

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