Seared Top Round Steak with Dijon Pan Sauce & Crispy Roasted Brussels Sprouts
A steakhouse vibe without the fuss: quick-seared top round with a warm mustard pan sauce, plus oven-roasted Brussels sprouts that get crisp edges in under 25 minutes. Classic, wintery, and very WA December-friendly.
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- Certified Angus Beef Choice Top Round Steak (1 Steak) 12–14 oz steak (serves 2) $7.99 sale (reg $11.99)
- Kroger® Brussels Sprouts Halves 12 oz $3.99
- Organic Yukon Gold Potatoes 3/4 lb (optional if you want extra starch) OR skip if you prefer just sprouts $4.99
- Sweet onion (Peruvian Gold) 1/2 small onion, sliced $5.49 (3 lb bag)
- Garlic (pantry or from bulbs) 1–2 cloves, minced $2.79 (bulbs)
- Olive oil (pantry) 2 1/2 Tbsp
- Dijon mustard (pantry) 1 1/2 Tbsp
- Worcestershire sauce (pantry, optional) 1 tsp
- Beef broth or water (pantry) 1/3 cup
- Butter (pantry) 1 Tbsp
- Salt & black pepper (pantry) to taste
- Smoked paprika or chili flakes (pantry, optional) pinch
Instructions
- Prep: Heat oven to 425°F. Pat steak dry; season generously with salt and pepper. If using potatoes, cut into 1-inch chunks. Toss Brussels (and potatoes if using) with 2 Tbsp olive oil, salt, pepper, and optional paprika.
- Oven: Roast Brussels (and potatoes) on a sheet pan, cut-side down for sprouts, 20–25 minutes, shaking once, until browned and tender.
- Stove: While veg roasts, heat a skillet over medium-high with 1/2 Tbsp olive oil. Sear steak 3–5 minutes per side (depending on thickness) to medium-rare/medium. Move steak to a plate to rest.
- Pan sauce: Lower heat to medium. Add onion to the same skillet; cook 2–3 minutes. Add garlic 30 seconds. Stir in broth/water, Dijon, and Worcestershire (if using); simmer 2 minutes, scraping browned bits.
- Finish: Whisk in butter to gloss the sauce. Taste and adjust salt/pepper. Slice steak against the grain.
- Serve: Plate roasted Brussels (and potatoes if using), fan steak over top, spoon warm mustard pan sauce.
Health notes: ~600–750 kcal per serving. High protein; lots of fiber from Brussels. Keep it heart-healthier by trimming added butter and choosing a leaner portion.
Drink pairing: Washington Syrah (e.g., Columbia Crest H3 Syrah) or a Yakima Valley Cabernet-style red.