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Pan-Seared Strip Steak with Garlicky Warm Kale + Crispy Oven Potatoes

A weeknight steakhouse dinner you can pull off fast: deeply seared strip steaks with a bright, peppery warm kale “salad,” plus crispy-edged oven potatoes. It hits comfort-food notes but still feels fresh and seasonal for a Tennessee February.

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Ingredients

  • Strip Steaks (limit 5 at sale price), 1 lb 1 lb (2 small steaks or 1 large to split) $9.99 sale
  • Simple Truth Organic® Russet Potatoes, 3 lb bag 1 lb potatoes (about 2 medium), cut into 1-inch cubes $3.49
  • Organic Kale, 1 lb 6 oz kale, stems removed, torn $2.49
  • Organic Jumbo Yellow Onion 1/2 small onion, thinly sliced $1.69/lb
  • Organic Garlic 1 clove, grated/minced $3.19
  • Pantry: olive oil 3 tbsp, divided
  • Pantry: butter (optional but great) 1 tbsp
  • Pantry: salt & black pepper to taste
  • Pantry: Dijon mustard or red wine vinegar (optional) 1 tsp Dijon or 2 tsp vinegar
  • Pantry: smoked paprika or chili flakes (optional) 1/2 tsp

Instructions

  1. Prep: Heat oven to 450°F. Pat dry 1 lb strip steak and season both sides generously with salt and black pepper; let sit at room temp while you start potatoes (10–15 minutes).
  2. Prep potatoes: Toss 1 lb cubed russet potatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and optional 1/2 tsp smoked paprika. Spread on a sheet pan in a single layer.
  3. Roast: Roast potatoes at 450°F until browned and tender, 25–35 minutes, tossing once halfway through.
  4. Prep greens: While potatoes roast, remove stems from 6 oz kale and tear leaves. Thinly slice 1/2 small onion. Mince/grate 1 clove garlic.
  5. Cook steak (stove): Heat a heavy skillet (cast iron preferred) over medium-high until very hot. Add 1 tbsp olive oil. Sear the seasoned steak(s) 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare (or to your doneness). If using, add 1 tbsp butter during the last minute and baste.
  6. Rest: Transfer steak to a plate and rest 5–10 minutes. Repeat: keep potatoes roasting while steak rests.
  7. Warm kale: In the same skillet (lower heat to medium), add the sliced onion with a pinch of salt; cook 2–3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook 30 seconds. Add the torn kale plus 2–3 tbsp water; toss until wilted but still bright, 2–4 minutes. Season with salt/pepper. Optional: stir in 1 tsp Dijon or 2 tsp red wine vinegar for zip.
  8. Serve: Slice the rested steak against the grain. Plate with roasted potatoes and warm garlicky kale (repeat: use all the pan juices over the steak/kale).

Health notes: ~850–950 calories per serving (depends on potato/oil). Healthiness: Moderate—excellent iron/protein; kale adds fiber and micronutrients. Keep it lighter by using less oil/butter and increasing kale portion.

Drink pairing: Wine pairing: Go for a medium-bodied red with savory spice to match the steak and kale. Great styles: Cabernet Sauvignon (not too oaky), Syrah/Shiraz, or Rioja Crianza. Local(ish) pick if you can find it: Arrington Vineyards (TN) offers Bordeaux-style blends that work nicely with beef; if not, grab a value Cabernet from California.

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