Date-Worthy Dishes Pt. 2: Buttery Steak and Potatoes with Steak Ranch

Preheat your smoker to 325°F (or oven to 375°F).

Prepare the garlic butter mix: combine 1 stick of butter, 1 tbsp chives, 1 tbsp parsley, 3 garlic cloves, 1 tsp red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.

Douse the small potatoes with the prepared garlic butter and spread them out in a skillet. Place the skillet in the preheated smoker or oven and cook until tender, which should take about 30 minutes.

While the potatoes are cooking, prepare the NY Strip steak in a skillet. Be sure to save the leftover steak juices for the ranch.

While the steak rests and the potatoes finish cooking, prepare the Steak Ranch: combine 1 cup sour cream, ½ cup mayo, 2-6 tbsp buttermilk (adjust for desired consistency), 1 tbsp dill, 1 tbsp chives, the juice of 1 lemon, 2-3 minced garlic cloves, 1-2 tbsp chili oil, and 3 tbsp of the reserved steak juice. Mix all ingredients thoroughly.

To finish, increase the heat on the potatoes to high to get the butter foamy. Combine the cooked steak with the potatoes. Serve together with the steak ranch for dipping and enjoy your date night!