🥩🧀 Ribeye Steak with Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes 🥩🧀

A hearty meal perfect for a family dinner or a cozy night in – simple yet so satisfying!

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️

For the Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes:
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ¼ teaspoon paprika (optional)

For the Ribeye Steak:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 ribeye steaks, approximately 1 inch thick
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 sprig of fresh rosemary or thyme (optional)

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
2. Begin with the sauce for the potatoes: Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add garlic to the saucepan and cook for another minute. Stir in the flour and continuously stir for 1-2 minutes.
4. Gradually whisk in milk and heavy cream, and cook until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and stir in both cheeses until melted. Season with salt, pepper, and optional paprika.
6. Layer half the sliced potatoes in the prepared dish, top with half the cheese sauce, and repeat layers.
7. Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden and bubbly.
8. While the potatoes are baking, prepare the steaks: Season both sides with salt and pepper.
9. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add steaks and cook for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare.
10. In the last minute of cooking, add minced garlic and optional herbs, basting steaks with the flavored oil.

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎
- Calories: 980
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Proteins: 55g
- Fats: 65g

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡
- For extra flavor, let the steaks rest for 5 minutes after cooking to retain their juices.
- If you prefer a crispier potato topping, broil for the last 2-3 minutes of baking.

⏳ Preparation time 🍰
Preparation time: 15 minutes | Cooking time: 1 hour | Serving: Serves 2