A fresh way to enjoy a comforting meat-and-potatoes supper.

The finishing touch is a drizzle with a zippy Dijon vinaigrette powered by a secret ingredientanchovies.

Ingredients

12oz.baby gold potatoes(about 12 potatoes)

1(about 1 1/4-lb.

Cast-iron steak salad with fork and spoon

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), optional

2garliccloves, finely chopped (2 tsp.)

Add 3 tablespoons water, and cover with a lid or plate.

Microwave on HIGH until potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork, 4 to 5 minutes.

Uncover and let cool slightly, 6 to 8 minutes.

Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high until it starts to smoke.

Flip and cook, undisturbed, 2 more minutes.

Reduce heat to medium.

Add to drippings in skillet, and sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon of the salt.

Gradually whisk in olive oil until smooth and combined.

Whisk in chopped anchovies (if desired) and garlic.

Transfer salad to a large platter.

Slice steak against the grain, and place it and potatoes evenly on top of salad.

Drizzle with 2 tablespoons dressing, and serve with remaining dressing on the side, if desired.