Steak in the Oven: Cooking with browned butter in a cast iron skillet, baked for only minutes, and coated in cracked peppercorn and kosher salt, is ALL this ribeye needed!
For a "Medium" Steak - Preheat oven to 475 degrees before you even start to season your steaks.
Coat your steaks with salt and pepper, on both sides.
Over medium to high heat, melt the butter in an oven proof skillet.
When the butter is melted and has turned a golden brown, place the steaks into the skillet. Let them sear for about 1 minute (less if you prefer more of a rarer steak, and if thinner than 1-in. thickness.)
Flip and let sear on other side for the same amount of time.
Place skillet in the oven for about 3 minutes.
Remove steak from skillet (or it will continue to cook) and place on a cutting board. Allow the steak to rest for 1-2 minutes to trap the juices inside, and then serve.
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Notes
The amount of salt and pepper to use can vary depending on your preference. Remember, you can always add the salt but you can't take it away. Tip: Sprinkling salt on after the steak has cooked and is resting, can provide a great flavor!