Savage Basics Ep1: How to Cook a Steak with Oven-Roasted Garlic

For Oven-Roasted Garlic: Take 1 head of garlic, add a pinch of salt, a pinch of pepper, some rosemary, thyme, and olive oil. Roast in the oven at 350°F for 40 minutes.

For Steak: Allow 1 1/2 Lb Ribeye Steak to come to room temperature. Season generously with coarse salt and coarse black pepper. Heat a cast iron pan over high heat, adding a shallow pool (approx. 1/4 inch) of neutral oil (like canola or avocado, olive oil is not recommended by the author). Once hot, sear the steak according to your desired doneness:

- Rare (125°-130°F): Cook 2 minutes each side.

- Medium Rare (130°-140°F): Cook 3-4 minutes each side.

- Medium (140°-150°F): Cook 4-6 minutes each side.

- Medium Well (150°-160°F): Cook 8-10 minutes each side.

- Well (Over 160°F): Cook 11-12 minutes each side.

During the cooking process, add 3-4 Tbsp unsalted butter, 3 cloves garlic, thyme, rosemary, and 1 shallot to the pan, basting the steak with the butter and aromatics. Optionally, add onion powder and garlic powder. Use a meat thermometer and pull the steak 3-5 degrees under your desired final temperature, as it will continue to cook while resting. Let the meat rest before serving.