VIVIAN'S STEAK DINNER recipe served on a plate, by Vivian
Sep 24 2026
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Vivian's Steak Dinner Recipe

Inspired by Vivian
Time1h
Serves2

cast iron seared 16oz ribeye loin, charred cipollini onion, mashed potatoes, smothered in vivian’s famous steak sauce

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Ingredients

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Steak

Cipollini Onion

Mashed Potatoes

Vivian’s Famous Steak Sauce

Method

Steak Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ribeye

    Season the ribeye loin generously with salt and black pepper on both sides. Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat and add olive oil. When the oil is shimmering, add the ribeye and sear for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare. Remove from skillet and let rest.

Onion Preparation

  1. 2

    Char the Onions

    In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add butter. Peel and slice cipollini onions and add them to the skillet. Sauté until caramelized, about 8-10 minutes. Add balsamic vinegar and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Set aside.

Mashed Potatoes Preparation

  1. 3

    Make the Mashed Potatoes

    Peel and cut russet potatoes into chunks. Boil in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and return to pot. Add butter and milk, then mash until smooth. Season with salt to taste.

Steak Sauce Preparation

  1. 4

    Prepare the Steak Sauce

    In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, ground mustard, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Simmer for 5 minutes and remove from heat.

Final Assembly

  1. 5

    Plate the Dish

    Slice the ribeye and serve on a plate with a generous serving of mashed potatoes, topped with charred cipollini onions. Drizzle with Vivian’s famous steak sauce before serving.

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