Boursin Steak and Mushroom Orzo

Ingredients

• 1 lb skirt steak (3/4 to 1 lb)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• kosher salt and pepper
• 1 tsp paprika
• 4 tbsp butter
• 1 large shallot, chopped
• 10 oz mushrooms, quartered
• 1 1/4 cups orzo
• 3 cups chicken broth (2 to 3 cups)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 5 1/4 oz Boursin cheese, caramelized onion and herbs flavor (1 package)
• fresh thyme, optional

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat a large skillet, preferably cast iron, over medium-high heat. Rub the steak with the olive oil, salt, pepper and paprika.

2. 2

   When the pan is very hot, sear the steak 5 minutes without moving it to build a crust. Flip and sear another 5 minutes, or to your liking. Remove and let it rest.

   10 min
3. 3

   Let the pan cool for a few minutes, then add the butter. When it melts, add the shallot.

4. 4

   When the shallot is sizzling, add the mushrooms and cook until they release their liquid.

5. 5

   Add the orzo and stir well. Add 1 1/2 cups of the broth and cook until the orzo is tender, adding more broth as needed.

6. 6

   Stir in the heavy cream, then the Boursin, stirring continuously until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust the seasoning.

7. 7

   Slice the steak against the grain and lay it on top of the orzo. Sprinkle with fresh thyme if using.