Steaks with Garlic Topping

Serves 4

Ingredients

• 4 boneless New York steaks
• 2 teaspoons vegetable oi

Directions

1. To prepare the topping, in a small bowl, combine the garlic, cream cheese, ricotta, chives, and pepper. Using a fork, mix until smooth. Set aside.
2. Rinse steaks and pat dry with paper towels. in a large non-stick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add the steaks and cook, turning once, until desired doneness.
3. Using a wide patula, place the steaks on serving plates. Immediately top each steak with about 1 tablespoon of the topping. Let steaks stand until topping melts slightly, then serve.

For the Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
• 2 tablespoons part-skim ricotta cheese
• 2 tablespoons snipped fresh chives or chopped green onion tops
• 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper