Description
A gourmet croissant melt featuring tender steak, creamy brie, and rich black garlic butter. This indulgent yet easy-to-make sandwich offers an unforgettable combination of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
- 2 large buttery croissants
- 8 oz steak (ribeye, sirloin, or preferred cut)
- 4 oz brie cheese, sliced
- 4 black garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil or neutral oil for searing
- Optional: 1/2 cup arugula or 1/2 cup caramelized onions
Instructions
- Mash the black garlic cloves into a paste and mix with softened butter and a pinch of salt.
- Season steak with salt and pepper, sear in hot pan with oil to desired doneness (medium rare recommended), rest, then thinly slice.
- Slice croissants in half lengthwise and spread black garlic butter on both halves.
- Layer sliced steak and brie cheese on the bottom half. Add arugula or caramelized onions if using.
- Close sandwich and toast in skillet or panini press until golden and cheese is melted.
- Slice and serve immediately while warm and gooey.
Notes
- Best enjoyed fresh; store leftovers wrapped in foil in fridge for up to 2 days.
- Reheat in oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes for best texture.
- Avoid microwaving to prevent sogginess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant melt
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
