Seared Steak With Cauliflower Puree

Ingredients

• 1 small head cauliflower (about 1 1/2 pounds), cored and cut into florets

• • 4 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon olive oil

• 2 strip steaks (1 inch thick; 1 1/2 pounds total)

• kosher salt and black pepper

• 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

• 1/4 cup pitted green olives, chopped

• 1 shallot, finely chopped

• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

Description

Step 1 Fill a large saucepan with 1 inch of water and fit it with a steamer basket. Bring the water to a boil.

Step 2 Place the cauliflower in the basket, cover, and steam until very tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain.

Step 3 Meanwhile, heat 1 teaspoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 4 Season the steaks with . teaspoon each salt and pepper. Cook 4 to 6 minutes per side for medium-rare. Let rest before slicing.

Step 5  While the steaks cook, transfer the drained cauliflower to a food processor. Add 2 tablespoons oil and teaspoon each salt and pepper. Puree until smooth.

Step 6 In a bowl, combine the parsley, olives, shallot, vinegar, remaining oil, and a teaspoon each salt and pepper. Serve with steak and cauliflower.

Recipe from RealSimple