Pair the savory and hearty Sheet Pan Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Veggies with the intriguing novel 'The Silent Patient' for a captivating dinner and literary experience. Complement this meal and book with a glass of Pinot Noir, whose flavors beautifully enhance the richness of garlic butter and savory steak. This combination provides an evening of delightful flavors and gripping suspense, perfect for an intimate dinner and thoughtful conversation.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 large red bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 large yellow bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 medium red onion, cut into chunks
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
- Prepare the steak: In a medium bowl, combine the steak bites with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat the steak pieces evenly.
- Prepare the veggies: In another bowl, combine the red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, red onion, and broccoli florets with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat the vegetables evenly.
- Arrange on the sheet pan: Spread the seasoned vegetables evenly on the prepared sheet pan. Create space in the center of the pan for the steak bites.
- Roast the veggies: Place the sheet pan in the preheated oven and roast the vegetables for 10 minutes.
- Prepare the garlic butter: While the vegetables are roasting, mix the melted butter, minced garlic, dried thyme, dried rosemary, and dried oregano in a small bowl.
- Add the steak: Remove the sheet pan from the oven and add the steak bites to the center of the pan. Drizzle the garlic butter mixture over the steak and vegetables, tossing everything to coat evenly.
- Continue roasting: Return the sheet pan to the oven and roast for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the steak is cooked to your desired doneness and the vegetables are tender and slightly charred.
- Serve: Remove the sheet pan from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
The Silent Patient
The Silent Patient is a psychological thriller that tells the story of Alicia Berenson, a successful painter who inexplicably shoots her husband and then stops speaking entirely. Her silence transforms a domestic tragedy into a mystery that captures the public's imagination. As Theo Faber, a criminal psychotherapist, becomes determined to unravel the mystery by getting Alicia to talk, the novel takes readers on a suspenseful journey through twists and psychological insights.
**THE INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER** "An unforgettable—and Hollywood-bound—new thriller… A mix of Hitchcockian suspense, Agatha Christie plotting, and Greek tragedy." —Entertainment Weekly The Silent Patient is a shocking psychological thriller of a woman’s act of violence against her husband—and of the therapist obsessed with uncovering her motive. Alicia Berenson’s life is seemingly perfect. A famous painter married to an in-demand fashion photographer, she lives in a grand house with big windows overlooking a park in one of London’s most desirable areas. One evening her husband Gabriel returns home late from a fashion shoot, and Alicia shoots him five times in the face, and then never speaks another word. Alicia’s refusal to talk, or give any kind of explanation, turns a domestic tragedy into something far grander, a mystery that captures the public imagination and casts Alicia into notoriety. The price of her art skyrockets, and she, the silent patient, is hidden away from the tabloids and spotlight at the Grove, a secure forensic unit in North London. Theo Faber is a criminal psychotherapist who has waited a long time for the opportunity to work with Alicia. His determination to get her to talk and unravel the mystery of why she shot her husband takes him down a twisting path into his own motivations—a search for the truth that threatens to consume him….
Discussion Questions
- What do you think drove Alicia to shoot her husband, and do you believe she was in control of her actions?
- Discuss the role of silence in the novel. Is it a form of power or weakness?
- How does the author use shifting perspectives to create suspense?
- What are your thoughts on Theo Faber as a character? Do his motives seem pure, or does he have ulterior motives?
- How do the themes of art and therapy intertwine in 'The Silent Patient'?
- What is the significance of the novel's title?
- How did you feel about the ending? Were you surprised?
- How do the settings in the book contribute to the overall mood and tone?
- What role does obsession play in the lives of the characters?
- Discuss the moral ambiguity of the characters and situations presented in the book.
Authors:
Alex Michaelides
ISBN: 1250301696
Publisher: Celadon Books
Published Date: 2019-02-05
Pinot Noir
A glass of Pinot Noir accompanies this meal perfectly, with its light, velvety texture and subtle notes of red fruit that complement the robust flavors of the garlic butter steak bites and roasted vegetables.
Ingredients
- 1 bottle of Pinot Noir
Instructions
- Chill the bottle of Pinot Noir to 55°F (13°C).
- For best flavor, allow the wine to breathe a few minutes before pouring.
- Serve in a wine glass to enhance the aromas and flavors.