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Lobel's Guide to Grilling the Perfect Steak

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Lobel's
1. Meat should always be at room temperature before it is cooked. Remove your steaks from the refrigerator at least half an hour before you are ready to cook.

2. Preheat broiler or grill to maximum temperature.


3. Rub both sides of the steaks with coarse or kosher salt and pepper.

4. Place the steaks 3 to 5 inches from the flame to sear the outside and seal in the juices.


5. Turn the steaks after 2 to 3 minutes.


6. After the steaks have been seared on both sides, remove from heat, and brush both sides with extra virgin olive oil. This will help form the crust that adds the touch of perfection.


7. Return the steaks to heat and cook on both sides to a desired doneness.

8. Transfer to warmed dinner plates or a platter, and let rest five minutes before serving.

Approximate total cooking times are listed below for a preheated oven broiler. Red-hot charcoal may take less time. Give filet mignon one minute less to cook than other steaks. DO NOT OVERCOOK


Thickness 1 inch 1-1/4 inches 1-3/4 inches
Rare 9 minutes 11 minutes 13 minutes
Medium 14 minutes 16 minutes 18 minutes
Medium Well 19 minutes 21 minutes 23 minutes

Rare 9 min. each side
Medium Rare 10 min. each side
Medium 11 min. each side
Medium Well 12 min. each side

Rare 3 min. each side
Medium Rare 4 min. each side
Medium 5 min. each side
Medium Well 6 min. each side