Enchanted Garlic Butter Steak with Creamy Mashed Potatoes: A Heavenly Feast for the Senses

Place the peeled and chopped potatoes in a large pot, and cover them with cold water. Add a pinch of salt to the water and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium and cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the butter, heavy cream, and sour cream (if using). Mash the potatoes with a potato masher until smooth and creamy. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste.
Keep the mashed potatoes warm on low heat while you cook the steak.
Cook the Steak:

Pat the steaks dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the skillet is hot, add the steaks and cook for 3-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or longer if you prefer your steak more done. Adjust the cooking time depending on the thickness of the steaks and desired level of doneness.
Once the steaks are cooked to your liking, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter, minced garlic, and rosemary (or thyme) to the pan. Tilt the pan slightly and spoon the melted garlic butter over the steaks as they cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Optionally, you can add Worcestershire sauce to the pan for an extra layer of flavor. Once the steaks are done, remove them from the pan and let them rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
Serve the Dish:

Plate the steaks and drizzle them with the garlic butter from the pan. Serve alongside a generous scoop of creamy mashed potatoes.
Garnish with fresh parsley on the steak and chives on the mashed potatoes for an added touch of color and freshness.
Enjoy:

Take a bite and savor the rich flavors of the perfectly cooked steak, the buttery garlic infusion, and the velvety smooth mashed potatoes.
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