Recipe for Steak with Madeira Basil and Olives 
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Yield:
4 servings
Ingredients:
Amount Ingredient
1 tbl Olive oil
4 x Sirloin or fillet steaks, 125g (4oz) - 175g (6oz), seasoned with salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tbl Madeira or brandy
1 x 200 millilit half fat creme fraiche
1 tbl Black olives, pitted and finely chopped
Instructions:
Instructions: Heat the oil in a large frying pan over a moderate heat.

Place the seasoned steaks into the hot pan, cook the steaks for 2 1/2 minutes on each side - rare; 4 minutes each side - medium; 6 minutes each side - well done.

Remove the steaks from the pan, cover with foil and keep warm.

Add the Madeira to the pan and cook for 1 minute. Stir in the creme fraiche, olives and basil.

Pour the sauce over the steaks.

Notes:
Serve the steaks with lyonnaise potatoes and crisp green vegetables.

NOTES : A simple dish for both formal and informal dining.

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