Surf & Turf with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Ingredients:

For the Steak:

4 small filet mignons (or medallion steaks)

Salt and pepper to taste

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp butter

For the Shrimp:

12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp paprika

Salt and pepper to taste

Creamy Garlic Sauce:

2 tbsp butter

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup heavy cream

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 tsp Italian seasoning

Salt and pepper to taste

Garnish:

Fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions:

Cook the Steak:

Season steaks with salt and pepper.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

Sear steaks for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or adjust for desired doneness.

Add butter and baste the steaks during the last minute of cooking. Remove and set aside.

Cook the Shrimp:

In the same skillet, heat olive oil.

Season shrimp with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

Cook shrimp for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.

Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce:

In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.

Add heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer until thickened, about 3-4 minutes.

Combine and Garnish:

Return the steaks and shrimp to the skillet, spoon the sauce over them, and heat through for 1-2 minutes.

Garnish with chopped parsley.

Serve:

Serve hot with your favorite side, like mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables.

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