Venison Steak Frites with Bourbon, Wild Morel, and Mustard Sauce

Ingredients

• **For the Steaks**
• 1 lb venison steaks, at least 1 inch thick
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1 clove garlic, peeled
• 1 sprig fresh rosemary
• 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 Tbsp neutral oil
• **For the Sauce**
• ½ cup fresh morel mushrooms
• 2 shallots, minced
• 1 Tbsp crushed green peppercorns
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 2 fl oz bourbon
• ¾ cup heavy cream
• 2 Tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 Tbsp beef stock base, such as Better Than Bouillon
• 2 sprigs fresh thyme
• French fries, for serving