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This comforting dish pairs warm homemade biscuits with rich seared steaks—coated in a blend of bold Cajun-style spices, then topped with a dollop of sweet, creamy maple butter. It’s all complete with a simple, hearty side of broccoli garnished with crunchy roasted almonds.

Ethan Mick

with Broccoli & Maple Butter

Cajun-Spiced Steaks & Biscuits

Steaks

Scallions

Broccoli

Butter

Roasted Almonds

Spicy Maple Syrup

Cajun Spice Blend (Smoked Paprika, Ground Yellow Mustard, Onion Powder, Garlic Powder, Whole Dried Oregano, Whole Dried Thyme & Cayenne Pepper)

Biscuit Mix

Fromage Blanc

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Remove the **butter** from the refrigerator to soften. Place an oven rack in the center of the oven, then preheat to 450°F. Wash and dry the fresh produce. Cut off and discard the bottom ½ inch of the **broccoli** stem; cut the broccoli into small florets. Thinly slice **1 scallion** (you will have extra). Roughly chop the **almonds**.

Prepare the ingredients:

In a large bowl, combine the **biscuit mix**, **fromage blanc**, **sliced scallion**, **a pinch of the spice blend**, and **1 tablespoon of water**. Gently stir until just combined (be careful not to overmix). Lightly oil one side of a sheet pan. Scoop the **biscuit dough** into 2 equal-sized dollops; place on the oiled side of the sheet pan.

Make the dough & form the biscuits:

Place the **broccoli florets** on the other side of the sheet pan of **biscuits**. Drizzle with **olive oil** and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat and arrange in an even layer. Bake 14 to 16 minutes, or until the biscuits are set and cooked through and the broccoli is tender when pierced with a fork. Remove from the oven and let the biscuits stand at least 2 minutes.

Bake the biscuits & broccoli:

While the biscuits and broccoli bake, pat the **steaks** dry with paper towels; season on all sides with salt, pepper, and enough of the **remaining spice blend** to coat (you may have extra). In a medium pan (nonstick, if you have one), heat **2 teaspoons of olive oil** on medium-high until hot. Add the seasoned steaks. Cook, turning occasionally, 8 to 10 minutes for medium-rare, or until browned and cooked to your desired degree of doneness. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest at least 5 minutes.

Cook the steaks:

While the steaks rest, place the **softened butter** in a bowl. Gradually add the **spicy maple syrup** and vigorously stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Find the lines of muscle (or grain) on the **rested steaks**; slice crosswise against the grain. Serve the **sliced steaks** with the **baked biscuits and broccoli**. Top the steaks with **up to half the maple butter** (you will have extra). Garnish the broccoli with the **chopped almonds**. Enjoy!