First-Place Steaks

Step 1 -Pat the steaks dry with a paper towel, then season both sides with the salt and the pepper.

Step 2 -In a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat, heat the oil, swirling to coat.

Step 3 -Add the seasoned steaks to the hot oil and sear until a brown crust has formed, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Step 4 -Use tongs to turn the seared steaks on their sides to render the white fat and sear the edges, about 1 minute per edge.

Step 5 -Reduce the heat to medium.

Step 6 -Immediately add 2 tablespoons of the butter, the garlic cloves, and 1 of the rosemary sprigs to the cooked steaks and stir to combine. Cook until the butter has melted and the garlic is tender, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 7 -Baste the steaks by slightly tilting the skillet and spooning the butter sauce mixture over the steaks. Cook until the meat reaches an internal temperature that is 5-10 degrees less than the desired doneness, 135 degrees F for medium-rare doneness.

Step 8 -Transfer the steaks to a cutting board and loosely cover. Let them rest until they reach the desired doneness or at least 145 degrees F for medium-rare doneness, about 10 minutes.

Step 9 -Slice the steaks, if desired.

Step 10 -Serve the steaks topped with the extra butter and the extra rosemary sprigs.