How to Make Pesto Steak Confit - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you looking for a delicious and impressive dish to impress your guests or loved ones? Look no further than Pesto Steak Confit. This mouthwatering recipe is a perfect combination of juicy steak and flavorful pesto, creating a dish that is sure to leave everyone craving for more.

Steak is already a classic choice for a special meal, but adding a twist with pesto takes it to a whole new level. The rich and herbaceous flavors of the pesto perfectly complement the tender and juicy stea...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 1 ½ tablespoons toasted pine nuts
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 (5 ounce) filet mignon steaks
  • 1 ½ cups olive oil

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 servings

  • Combine basil, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and pine nuts in a food processor and puree until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F (95 degrees C).
  • Rub salt over steaks. Spread some pesto evenly on both steaks and place into an oven-safe glass dish. Pour oil into the dish, ensuring there is enough oil to submerge the steaks.
  • Cook steaks in the preheated oven for 40 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 135 degrees F (57 degrees C). Drain steaks and blot off excess oil.
  • Heat a cast iron or nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steaks in the hot oil on both sides and the edges for 30 to 45 seconds.
  • Nutrition

    1352 cal.

    • Total Fat: 130g
    • Saturated Fat: 23g
    • Cholesterol: 128mg
    • Sodium: 1399mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 3g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 45g
    • Vitamin C: 5mg
    • Calcium: 185mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 609mg