Here’s a Beef Steaks with Mushroom Sauce recipe that never misses.
Beef Steaks with Creamy Mushroom Sauce
Ingredients
For the steaks
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2–4 beef steaks (ribeye, sirloin, or filet)
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Salt & freshly ground black pepper
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1 tbsp olive oil or butter
For the mushroom sauce
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2 tbsp butter
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8 oz mushrooms (cremini or button), sliced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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½ cup beef broth
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½ cup heavy cream
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1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
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1 tsp fresh thyme or ½ tsp dried
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Salt & pepper, to taste
Optional extras
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Splash of white wine or brandy
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1 tsp Dijon mustard
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Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
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Prep the steaks
Pat steaks dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
Let them sit at room temp for 20–30 minutes (worth it). -
Sear the steaks
Heat oil or butter in a heavy skillet over high heat.
Sear steaks 3–5 minutes per side (depending on thickness and doneness).
Remove from pan, tent loosely with foil, and rest. -
Cook the mushrooms
Lower heat to medium. Add butter, then mushrooms.
Cook 6–8 minutes until deeply golden and all moisture evaporates. -
Build the sauce
Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
Deglaze with broth (and wine/brandy if using), scraping the pan.
Stir in cream, Worcestershire, thyme, and Dijon if using. -
Simmer & season
Simmer 3–5 minutes until thickened.
Taste and adjust salt and pepper. -
Serve
Spoon mushroom sauce over rested steaks.
Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Pro Tips
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🔥 Don’t crowd the pan—mushrooms need space to brown
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🧈 Finish sauce with a small pat of cold butter for glossy perfection
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🥩 Use a meat thermometer:
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Rare: 125°F
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Medium-rare: 130–135°F
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Medium: 140°F
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Perfect Sides
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Mashed potatoes or cauliflower mash
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Buttered green beans or asparagus
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Crispy roasted potatoes
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Garlic bread (obviously)
Want a peppercorn version, no-cream gravy, or keto-friendly twist? I’ve got you 😉