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Steakhouse technique, home-kitchen honesty.

Cast-Iron Steak With a Steakhouse Crust

For cast-iron steak, pat two 1- to 1½-inch steaks dry, season them, and sear in a very hot oiled skillet for about two minutes per broad side.

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Cast-Iron Steak With a Steakhouse Crust
Sauces & Sides

Peppercorn Pan Sauce for Steak

Make peppercorn pan sauce by leaving about one tablespoon of fat and the brown fond in the steak skillet.

4 min read · 2026-07-19

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Steak Technique

Steak Technique

Pan, heat, seasoning, thermometer, resting, and slicing methods for steakhouse-style results at home.

Sauces & Sides

Sauces & Sides

Pan sauces and supporting dishes with measured ratios, clear yields, and no mystery half-cup left in the saucepan.