Indulgent New York Strip Steaks with Blue Cheese Butter

Transform your dinner into an extraordinary culinary experience with our incredible recipe for New York Strips with Blue Cheese Butter. Forget the traditional steak sauces; this rich, tangy blue cheese compound butter elevates a perfectly seared New York Strip steak into a gourmet masterpiece. What was once a simple salad dressing element now finds its true calling atop a succulent cut of beef, promising an unforgettable symphony of flavors and textures.

At Sweet C’s, our mission is to empower home cooks of all skill levels to create stunning and delicious meals with confidence. As a self-taught cook, I believe in providing not just recipes, but also a deep understanding of *why* certain techniques work and how each ingredient contributes to the final flavor. This approach ensures that even beginners can achieve restaurant-quality results, turning everyday meals into special occasions. This recipe for New York Strips with Blue Cheese Butter is a testament to that philosophy – simple steps, incredible flavor, and a meal you’ll be proud to serve.

Imagine a steak so tender it practically melts in your mouth, its rich, savory flavor perfectly complemented by a creamy, piquant blue cheese butter that adds an exciting dimension to every bite. This isn’t just any steak recipe; it’s a celebration of bold flavors and simple techniques designed to bring a high-end dining experience right into your home kitchen. While a good sear from plain butter is satisfying, our homemade blue cheese compound butter takes your New York Strip to an entirely new level, infusing it with an unparalleled depth of taste.

The beauty of this blue cheese butter lies in its effortless preparation. Requiring no cooking, just a few quality ingredients are blended together to create a luxurious topping. This concoction delivers a delightful salty tang, a rich creaminess, and an irresistible juiciness that enhances the natural richness of the beef. It transforms what could be an ordinary meal into an extraordinary one, ensuring your steak is never dry, tough, or lacking in flavor. Each bite of these tender New York Strips, kissed with fragrant blue cheese butter, will be a testament to your culinary prowess, making you wonder why you ever settled for anything less.

Blue cheese, often relegated to salads or appetizer platters, truly shines when paired with a robust cut of red meat. Its distinctive sharp, salty notes provide a phenomenal contrast to the savory umami of a perfectly cooked steak. When combined with softened butter and fresh herbs, it creates a compound butter that slowly melts over the hot steak, releasing its complex flavors and basting the meat in a luscious, aromatic glaze. This isn’t just about adding flavor; it’s about adding moisture, enriching the texture, and creating an aromatic experience that starts from the moment the butter hits the steak until the last delicious mouthful.

Our blue cheese butter recipe is designed to be approachable yet impactful. It’s a versatile condiment that can be made ahead of time, making it perfect for entertaining or a quick weeknight indulgence. The combination of creamy butter, pungent blue cheese, aromatic shallots, and fresh chives and thyme creates a harmonious blend that is both bold and balanced. This dynamic topping ensures that every slice of your New York Strip is imbued with a gourmet flair, offering a sophisticated taste that belies its simple preparation. Get ready to impress your taste buds and your guests with this simple yet sensational addition to your steak.

Creating this magnificent dish is surprisingly straightforward, focusing on quality ingredients and precise cooking techniques. The star of the show, beyond the steak itself, is the easy-to-make blue cheese butter. Here’s a detailed look at the ingredients you’ll need to bring this gourmet experience to life:

• New York Strip Steaks: For the most succulent and juicy results, aim for steaks that are approximately 1 ½ inches thick. This thickness allows for a beautiful sear on the outside while maintaining a tender, desired doneness within. We highly recommend asking your butcher to cut them fresh for you, as pre-packaged steaks are often thinner and less consistent. Look for good marbling, which indicates flavor and tenderness.
• Extra Virgin Olive Oil: A light coating of good quality extra virgin olive oil not only aids in achieving a perfect sear but also helps the seasonings adhere to the meat, locking in flavor. Its mild fruitiness complements the beef without overpowering it.
• Unsalted Butter: You’ll need softened unsalted butter for both searing the steak and for the compound butter. Using unsalted butter allows you to control the exact amount of salt in your dish, ensuring perfect seasoning. Slice it into individual tablespoons and allow it to come to room temperature for easier blending.
• Fresh Thyme: Fresh herbs are non-negotiable for elevating steak flavor. Three sprigs of fresh thyme, added during the searing process, infuse the butter and the steak with an earthy, aromatic essence. If fresh isn’t available, 1 teaspoon of dried thyme can be substituted, though the fresh herb provides a more vibrant taste.
• Shallot: Often mistaken for a small onion, shallots offer a milder, sweeter, and more delicate flavor profile than their larger counterparts. When finely minced, they integrate beautifully into the blue cheese butter, adding a subtle depth without overwhelming the other flavors.
• Blue Cheese: The backbone of our compound butter. Choose a blue cheese with a flavor profile you enjoy – whether it’s a milder Danish blue, a creamy Gorgonzola, or a pungent Roquefort. Crumbled blue cheese blends effortlessly with the softened butter, ensuring an even distribution of its distinctive tang.
• Chives: These delicate, onion-like herbs add a fresh, subtle zest to the blue cheese butter. Finely chopped chives provide a touch of color and a bright, slightly peppery note that balances the richness of the cheese and butter.
• Sea Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper: Essential for seasoning both the steak and the compound butter. Generous seasoning with good quality sea salt and freshly ground black pepper enhances all the other flavors, creating a well-rounded and deeply satisfying taste.

Gather your ingredients, grab your best skillet, and prepare to create the most flavorful, juicy, and tender steak you’ve ever experienced. Here’s a step-by-step guide to achieving steak perfection:

1. Prepare the Steak: Begin by liberally brushing your New York Strip steaks on all sides with extra virgin olive oil. This not only helps with searing but also ensures your seasonings adhere effectively. Season them generously with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Allowing the seasoned steaks to sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes is a crucial step; this helps the meat cook more evenly and prevents the exterior from burning before the interior reaches your desired doneness.
2. Craft the Blue Cheese Butter: While your steaks are resting, prepare the star of the show – the blue cheese compound butter. In a small mixing bowl, combine the minced shallot, crumbled blue cheese, chopped chives, softened unsalted butter, a pinch of sea salt, and a dash of black pepper. Whisk all the ingredients together thoroughly until well combined and creamy. For an even smoother consistency, especially if your butter or blue cheese is a bit firm, you can place the mixture into a food processor and pulse 5 to 6 times until perfectly blended.
3. Sear the Steaks: Heat a large, heavy-bottomed pan or cast-iron skillet over high heat until it’s smoking hot. A properly hot pan is key to achieving that desirable, caramelized crust. Carefully add the seasoned steaks to the hot pan. Let them sear undisturbed for 2 minutes to form a beautiful crust.
4. Butter Basting and Second Sear: After the initial 2-minute sear, add 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter and 3 sprigs of fresh thyme around the steaks in the pan. The melting butter and fragrant thyme will infuse the steaks with incredible flavor. Continue to sear for an additional 4 minutes, allowing the butter to bubble and brown.
5. Flip and Finish Searing: Flip the steaks to the other side and sear for another 4-5 minutes. During this stage, you can gently tilt the pan and use a spoon to baste the steaks with the melted butter and thyme mixture, further enhancing their flavor and crust. Remember that cooking times are approximate and will vary based on steak thickness and desired doneness.
6. Rest the Steaks: Once seared to your preference, immediately remove the steaks from the pan and transfer them to a wooden cutting board. Resting is paramount for juicy steaks!
7. Apply Blue Cheese Butter and Rest Again: Place a generous scoop of your prepared blue cheese butter on top of each hot steak. Cover the steaks loosely with aluminum foil to seal in the heat. Allow them to rest for a full 10 minutes. This resting period allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, ensuring every bite is tender and moist, while the blue cheese butter slowly melts, permeating the steak with its rich flavor.
8. Serve and Enjoy!: Slice your perfectly cooked New York Strips against the grain, serve immediately, and savor every exquisite mouthful. This dish pairs beautifully with a variety of sides, making it a versatile choice for any occasion.

Achieving steakhouse-quality results at home is within reach with a few key tips and answers to common questions. These insights will help you master the art of cooking New York Strip steaks and perfect your blue cheese butter.

• Adjust the Blue Cheese Ratio: We recommend starting with a 50/50 ratio of softened butter to crumbled blue cheese for the compound butter. However, personal preference is key! If you prefer a milder blue cheese flavor, reduce the amount of blue cheese and increase the butter. For a bolder, more pungent taste, add more blue cheese. Experiment to find your perfect balance.
• Softening the Butter: Ensure your unsalted butter is genuinely softened, not melted, before combining it with the other ingredients. This typically takes about 30 minutes at room temperature. Soft butter blends smoothly with the blue cheese and herbs, creating a homogeneous compound butter.
• Achieving a Smooth Compound Butter: If you find your blue cheese and butter mixture isn’t blending well by hand, don’t hesitate to use a food processor. Pulse the ingredients 5 to 6 times until you achieve a smooth, uniform consistency. This is especially helpful if your blue cheese crumbles are large or your butter is still a bit firm.
• Understanding Steak Doneness: Cooking times are guides, and the best way to determine doneness is with a meat thermometer. Remember that the steak’s internal temperature will continue to rise by 5-7 degrees Fahrenheit while it rests.
  • For a **rare** steak, remove it from the heat at 120-125°F (49-52°C).
  • For a **medium-rare** steak, remove it from the heat at 125-130°F (52-54°C).
  • For a **medium** steak, remove it from the heat at 130-135°F (54-57°C).
  • For a **medium-well** steak, remove it from the heat at 140-145°F (60-63°C).
  • For a **well-done** steak, remove it from the heat at 150-155°F (66-68°C). While some prefer this, be aware it will be less tender.

  Always factor in the resting temperature rise for perfect results.

Here are answers to some common questions about making this delicious New York Strip steak recipe:

What temperature do I cook the steak at?

For this recipe, we aim for a high heat cooking method. The goal is to create a beautiful, crispy sear on the exterior of the steak, which locks in the precious juices and develops a complex flavor through the Maillard reaction. Therefore, you should maintain a high heat setting on your stove throughout the searing process. This ensures a quick cook time and a flavorful crust.

How long does this recipe take to make?

The total time commitment for this recipe is remarkably efficient, allowing you to enjoy a gourmet meal without hours in the kitchen. Preparing the steaks and making the blue cheese butter will take approximately 10-15 minutes of active work, followed by a 30-minute resting period for the steak at room temperature. The actual cooking time for the steak is about 10 minutes, and then a final 10-minute resting period after cooking allows the blue cheese butter to melt beautifully over the steak. In total, expect to spend about 40-50 minutes from start to finish for this incredible dish.

How long do you cook a 1-inch thick steak?

Cooking times for steak vary significantly based on thickness and your desired doneness. For a 1-inch thick steak:

• Medium-Rare: Cook approximately 4-5 minutes per side (internal temperature 125-130°F / 52-54°C when removed).
• Medium: Cook for about 6-7 minutes per side (internal temperature 130-135°F / 54-57°C when removed).
• Medium-Well: Cook for about 7-8 minutes per side (internal temperature 140-145°F / 60-63°C when removed).
• Well-Done: Continue cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes per side beyond medium-well (internal temperature 150-155°F / 66-68°C when removed). Keep in mind that well-done steaks can be less tender and juicy.

Always use a reliable meat thermometer for the most accurate results, as pan heat and stove variations can affect cooking times.

Should I marinate the steak?

For this specific recipe, marinating the steak is not necessary. The robust flavors from the blue cheese butter, along with the initial seasoning, provide ample depth and juiciness. However, marinating can certainly enhance the tenderness of any steak. If you desire an exceptionally tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture, you could marinate your steak. A simple beef marinade for 15 minutes before cooking can work wonders. If you choose to marinate, remember to skip the initial olive oil, salt, and pepper seasoning on the steak itself, as most marinades already contain these elements.

One of the many wonderful aspects of New York Strip steaks is their versatility; they pair beautifully with an extensive array of side dishes. The rich, savory profile of the steak, especially when enhanced by the tangy blue cheese butter, allows for creative culinary pairings. Here are some of our favorite recommendations to complete your gourmet meal, offering a balance of textures and flavors:

• Brown Butter Bacon Baked Brussels Sprouts: The nutty, rich flavor of brown butter combined with crispy bacon and tender Brussels sprouts offers a delightful counterpoint to the steak. Their slightly bitter edge cuts through the richness of the meat and butter.
• Crispy Roasted Potatoes: A classic steakhouse staple, crispy roasted potatoes provide a satisfying crunch and a comforting, earthy flavor. Their simple preparation allows the steak to remain the star, while their starchy goodness soaks up any delicious pan drippings.
• Creamy Mashed Potatoes: For a truly indulgent experience, creamy mashed potatoes are an unbeatable choice. Their smooth, velvety texture and comforting flavor create a perfect bed for the juicy steak, and they’re excellent for absorbing the luscious blue cheese butter.
• Easy Bacon Wrapped Asparagus: This elegant side dish combines the crisp-tender texture of asparagus with the savory crunch of bacon. It’s a light yet flavorful option that complements the steak without making the meal too heavy, adding a touch of vibrant green.
• Garlic Parmesan Roasted Broccoli: Roasting broccoli brings out its sweetness and adds a slight char. The addition of garlic and Parmesan cheese makes it a savory, healthy, and flavorful accompaniment.
• Simple Green Salad with Vinaigrette: Sometimes, a light and refreshing salad is all you need to balance a rich main course. A crisp green salad with a bright, tangy vinaigrette can cleanse the palate between bites of steak.

The possibilities are truly endless, so feel free to choose sides that best suit your taste and occasion. If you’re looking for more melt-in-your-mouth delicious steak ideas or other hearty beef dishes, be sure to explore some of our other cherished recipes below:

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New York Strips with Blue Cheese Butter

By: Courtney O’Dell

Servings: 4 steaks

Prep: 10 mins

Cook: 10 mins

Resting Time: 10 mins

Total: 30 mins

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Nothing is better than a delicious juicy steak except New York Strips with Blue Cheese Butter that is. This will be the best steak you’ve ever had.

Equipment

• Staub Cast Iron 11-inch Traditional Skillet – Matte Black, Made in France
• Staub Cast Iron 13-inch Double Handle Fry Pan – Cherry, Made in France
• Amagabeli 8”x8” Cast Iron Cleaner Mesh Premium 316 Stainless Steel Small Rings with 3.8mm Opening Chainmail Scrubber for Cast Iron Pans

Ingredients

• 4 New York Strip Steaks – *1- 1 ½ “ thick – around 14-16 oz each
• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• Pinch of Salt and pepper
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter, sliced into individual tablespoons
• 3 sprigs fresh thyme
• Bleu Cheese Butter
• 1 shallot
• ½ cup crumbled blue cheese
• ½ cup softened unsalted butter
• 1 tbsp chopped chives
• ½ tsp sea salt
• ½ tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Brush steak with olive oil and season liberally with salt and pepper. Allow Steak to come to room temp, about 30 minutes.
2. Prepare blue cheese butter. Combine minced shallot, blue cheese, chopped chives, softened butter, sea salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Whisk well to combine. Alternatively, place into a food processor and pulse 5 to 6 times.
3. Heat a large pan over high heat. Once hot, carefully add the steaks. After 2 minutes, place sliced butter and fresh thyme around the steaks. Sear for 4 more minutes. Flip, and sear for 4-5 minutes more. (Cooking times may vary. Keep in mind the steak will continue to rise in temp as it rests another 5-7*. For medium-rare, the temperature should be 125* at the time of removal. For medium, 130*.)
4. Remove the steaks from heat and place onto a wooden cutting board to rest. Add a scoop of the Bleu cheese butter atop each steak. Cover with a large sheet of foil to seal in heat as they come to temp- let rest under the foil for 10 minutes.
5. Serve with your favorite vegetables and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g
Calories: 718kcal
Carbohydrates: 3g
Protein: 28g
Fat: 67g
Saturated Fat: 36g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 26g
Cholesterol: 184mg
Sodium: 667mg
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 1g

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Additional Info

Course: Steak

Cuisine: American

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