"Steak Frites with Cabernet Thyme Gravy - a French bistro comfort food classic , elevated by an incredibly flavourful gravy. Tips for perfect frites, too...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 tbsp butter
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2 cloves small garlic (finely minched)
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1 tbsp all purpose flour
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1 ½ cups low sodium beef stock
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a pinch of salt to season
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¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
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½ tsp dry thyme
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½ cup cabernet sauvignon wine (or other dry red wine)
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3 large or 4 medium size russet potatoes
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1 liter canola oil
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kosher salt for seasoning
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2 inches thick-cut rib eye or strip loin steaks ((1 ¼ or 3-4 cm thick))
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kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to season
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1 tbsp canola oil ((if pan searing the steaks))