Strip Steak with Lemon Mashed Potatoes

Strip Steak with Lemon Mashed Potatoes

Cooking Time: 30 mins Serves:  4

Ingredients

1 1/2 Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

1 c. fresh or frozen peas

2 tsp. lemon zest plus 2 tablespoons juice

3 tbsp. olive oil, divided

2 (3/4-inch-thick) strip steaks (about 1 1/2 pounds total)

2 small shallots, thinly sliced

1/2 c. dry white wine

1 1/2 tbsp. unsalted butter

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Place potatoes in a large pot; cover with cold salted water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until tender, 15 to 18 minutes, adding peas during the last 3 minutes of cooking. Drain and return vegetables to the pot. Add lemon zest and juice and 2 tablespoons oil; mash. Season with salt and pepper. 

2. Meanwhile, heat remaining tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season steak with salt and pepper. Cook to desired degree of doneness, 3 to 5 minutes per side for medium-rare. Transfer steak to cutting board and let rest 5 minutes before slicing; reserve skillet.

3. Reduce heat to medium. Add shallots to reserved skillet; cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, 2 to 4 minutes. Add wine and 1/4 cup water. Cook, scraping up any browned bits with a wooden spoon, until liquid is reduced by half, 4 to 6 minutes; remove from heat. Add butter and swirl pan to melt; stir in juices from cutting board. Season with salt and pepper. Serve steak topped with sauce and potatoes alongside.