Pesto Steak Confit

A pesto version of the TikTok video on how to cook steak "confit-style" by submerging the steaks in olive oil, cooking slow, and doing a flash sear at the end.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 45 mins
• Total Time: 55 mins
• Calories: 1352 Calories

Ingredients

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

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F (95 degrees C).

Step 2

Combine basil, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and pine nuts in a food processor and puree until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

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.