Sirloin Steak With Polenta And Mushrooms - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup butter
5 oz quick-cooking polenta
2 tbsp vegetable oil
4 None 5 oz sirloin steaks
1 lb small chanterelle mushrooms, cleaned
2 oz bacon, chopped
1 None shallot, peeled and chopped
1 None large tomato, deseeded and finely diced
1-2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped + extra sprigs, to garnish
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

Preparation

To cook the polenta, bring the milk and 2 1/2 cups water to a boil. Add 2 tbsp butter and 1/2 tsp salt. Gradually add the polenta and cook over low heat, stirring, for about 5 mins. Remove from the heat, cover and set aside for 15 mins, stirring occasionally. Alternatively, follow the package instructions to cook the polenta.
Meanwhile, heat 1 tbsp oil in a large heavy-bottomed pan. Season the steaks and sear over high heat for 3-5 mins on each side until cooked to your liking. Remove from the pan, cover with foil and set aside to rest.
Add the remaining oil and saute the mushrooms over medium-high heat for 3-4 mins. Add the bacon and shallot and cook for another 3-4 mins. Add the tomato, chopped thyme and 1/4 cup water and cook for 1 min. Season to taste.
To serve, stir the Parmesan and remaining butter into the polenta and season to taste. Serve topped with the steak and mushrooms. Garnish with thyme sprigs and any pan juices.