Imagine cutting into a perfectly grilled ribeye, watching a luxurious blue cheese chive butter slowly melt across its sizzling surface, creating a flavor explosion that will make your taste buds dance with pure culinary joy! This isn't just another steak recipe - it's a gourmet experience that transforms an ordinary dinner into a restaurant-worthy masterpiece. Whether you're looking to impress dinner guests or treat yourself to an extraordinary meal, this Grilled Steak with Blue Cheese Chive Butter is about to become your new go-to recipe that promises restaurant-quality results right in your own backyard.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 ribeye steaks
- 1/2 cup blue cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup chives, chopped
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by preparing the blue cheese chive butter. In a medium bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter, crumbled blue cheese, and chopped chives. Use a fork or a spatula to mix the ingredients together until they are well combined. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper to taste. Once mixed, transfer the butter mixture onto a piece of parchment paper or plastic wrap. Shape it into a log, rolling it tightly, and twist the ends to seal. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to firm up.
- While the butter is chilling, take the ribeye steaks out of the refrigerator and let them sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes. This will help them cook more evenly.
- Preheat your grill to high heat, around 450°F to 500°F (230°C to 260°C). If using a charcoal grill, make sure the coals are hot and glowing.
- Pat the ribeye steaks dry with paper towels to remove any excess moisture. This will help achieve a nice sear. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- Once the grill is hot, place the steaks on the grill grates. Cook the steaks for about 4-5 minutes on one side without moving them, allowing a nice crust to form.
- After 4-5 minutes, flip the steaks using tongs and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes on the other side for medium-rare. Adjust the cooking time if you prefer your steak more or less done (about 3-4 minutes for rare and 6-7 minutes for medium).
- Once the steaks are cooked to your desired doneness, remove them from the grill and let them rest on a cutting board for about 5 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, making it more tender and flavorful.
- While the steaks are resting, take the chilled blue cheese chive butter out of the refrigerator. Slice the butter into rounds.
- After the resting period, place the steaks on serving plates. Top each steak with a slice of the blue cheese chive butter, allowing it to melt over the hot steak.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional chopped chives if desired. Enjoy your delicious Grilled Steak Blue Cheese Chive Butter!
Tips
- Always let steaks come to room temperature before grilling to ensure even cooking
- Pat steaks completely dry before seasoning to achieve a perfect sear
- Use a meat thermometer for precise doneness: 125°F for rare, 135°F for medium-rare
- Let steaks rest after grilling to retain maximum juiciness
- For best flavor, use high-quality, freshly crumbled blue cheese
- Chill the butter mixture thoroughly to help it hold its shape when slicing
- Invest in a good set of grilling tongs for easy steak handling
- Clean and oil your grill grates before cooking to prevent sticking
- For extra flavor, consider using a cast-iron skillet if you don't have a grill
- Don't be afraid to adjust butter and seasoning to your personal taste preferences
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 976kcal
Carbohydrates: 1g
Protein: 62g
Fat: 95g
Saturated Fat: 46g
Cholesterol: 324mg
