Tender Touch Steak

Indulge in the perfect reverse seared medium-rare steak, boasting a juicy pink center, encased in a tantalizing crust. This mouthwatering recipe guarantees a melt-in-your-mouth experience, delivering unbeatable tenderness and flavor. Elevate your steak game to new heights!
ingredients
- 4 boneless ribeye steaks, 1 ½ inches thick (8 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 4 sprigs of fresh thyme
- 4 cloves of garlic, crushed
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C).
- 2.
Season the steaks generously with salt and pepper on all sides.
- 3.
Gently rub each steak with olive oil, ensuring an even coating.
- 4.
Place the seasoned steaks on a wire rack set over a baking sheet and insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of one steak.
- 5.
Slowly cook the steaks in the preheated oven until the internal temperature reaches 120°F (49°C) for medium-rare, about 40-50 minutes.
- 6.
In a large cast-iron skillet over high heat, melt the butter.
- 7.
Add the garlic and thyme sprigs, then carefully place the steaks into the sizzling hot skillet.
- 8.
Sear for 1-2 minutes per side, basting the steaks with melted butter using a spoon.
- 9.
Remove the steaks from the skillet and let them rest for 5 minutes, tented with foil.
- 10.
Serve hot, with the crusty seared exterior revealing perfectly medium-rare, tender centers.