Entrée: United States – Pan-Seared T-Bone Steak with Garlic Butter

Food safety reminder: Follow safe food-handling practices and use a food thermometer to verify safe internal cooking temperatures.

Serving Size: 2

Approximate Time

Prep 5 min

Cook 8 min

Additional 5 min

Total 18 min

Ingredients

1 T-bone steak, about 16 oz (454 g) (about 1 1 / 2 inches thick)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 tbsp (30 ml) vegetable oil
3 tbsp (45 g) unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, smashed
1 tbsp (3 g) fresh thyme leaves

Instructions

1. **Season the Steak:**
   - Bring the T-bone steak to room temperature, then generously season both sides with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

2. **Preheat the Pan:**
   - Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the vegetable oil and let it heat until just smoking.

3. **Sear the Steak:**
   - Carefully place the steak in the pan. Sear for 3-4 minutes on one side without moving it to create a nice brown crust.

4. **Flip and Add Butter:**
   - Flip the steak using tongs. Add the butter, garlic, and thyme to the skillet. Baste the steak with the melted butter and aromatics by tilting the pan and using a spoon.

5. **Finish Cooking:**
   - Continue cooking to your desired doneness, about 3-4 minutes more for medium-rare. Use a meat thermometer for accuracy (135°F/57°C for medium-rare).

6. **Rest the Steak:**
   - Transfer the steak to a plate and let it rest for 5 minutes, covered loosely with foil.

7. **Serve:**
   - Slice against the grain and serve with the garlic butter sauce drizzled over the top. Enjoy the delightful textures and flavors!