Get ready to sink your teeth into the most mouth-watering, tender, and juicy steak of your life!

Today, we’re talking about the ultimate game-changer for steak lovers: cooking steak in the oven. Yep, you read that right – the oven No more smoking up your kitchen or dealing with a messy grill. Just pure, unadulterated steak perfection.

So, how do you achieve this culinary nirvana? It’s quite simple, really. First, take your beautiful steak out of the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature. Don’t skip this step, folks Cold meat will seize up in a hot pan, and we don’t want that.

While your steak is getting cozy, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Yes, it’s that hot Place a large cast-iron skillet inside the oven to heat up as well. This will ensure a quick and even sear on your steak.

Now, it’s time to season your steak. Rub both sides with a little olive oil, then sprinkle some kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper all over. Don’t be shy – you want that flavor to pop!

Once your steak is seasoned, carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven (use those oven mitts, please!) and place it on the stovetop. Set the burner to medium-high heat to keep the skillet hot. Using tongs, place the seasoned steak in the hot pan and let it sizzle and sear for about 1 minute. Flip the steak over and sear the other side for another minute.

Carefully transfer the seared steak in the skillet to the preheated oven (remember, the pan is still hot, so use those oven mitts again!). Cook, turning the steak halfway through the cooking time, which should take about 10 to 15 minutes total, depending on how thick the steak is and your desired degree of doneness.

Use a cooking thermometer inserted in the center to determine the interior temperature, which can range from 125°F (52°C) for rare to 155°F (68°C) for well-done. Pull the steak out of the oven just before reaching your target temperature. Your steak will continue to cook after removing it from the heat, and it will reach the desired temperature while it rests.

Remove the steak from the cast-iron skillet and place it on a plate to rest. Allow the meat to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing it against the grain and serving. And that’s it Your oven-cooked steak is ready to devour.

So, what are you waiting for? Get cooking and indulge in the most epic steak experience of your life!