Steak Frites

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 425°F and cut the 2 lb russet potatoes into 0.5 inch-thick sticks.

Step 2

Toss the fries with 2 tbsp vegetable oil and 0.5 tsp salt, then spread them in a single layer on a sheet pan.

Step 3

Bake the fries 25-30 minutes, flipping once, until golden and crisp at the edges.

Step 4

Pat the 1.5 lb steaks dry and season all over with 1 tsp salt and 0.5 tsp pepper.

Step 5

Sear the steaks in a very hot skillet with the remaining 1 tbsp oil, 3-4 minutes per side, until deeply browned.

Step 6

Add the 2 tbsp butter and spoon it over the steaks for 1 minute, then rest 5 minutes until the juices settle.

Step 7

Slice the steak against the grain and serve with the hot fries, with arugula alongside if you like.