Cooking Steps

• Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
• Pat the steaks dry with paper towels. Brush both sides with olive oil.
• Generously season both sides with kosher salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
• Heat a large, oven-safe skillet (preferably cast iron) over high heat for 2-3 minutes until very hot.
• Place steaks in the skillet and sear undisturbed for 2 minutes per side, until a deep brown crust forms.
• Add butter, garlic cloves, and thyme or rosemary to the skillet.
• Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 4-6 minutes for medium-rare, or until your desired doneness (use a meat thermometer for accuracy: 130°F for medium-rare).
• Remove steaks from oven and transfer to a cutting board. Tent loosely with foil and let rest for 5 minutes.
• Slice against the grain, spoon buttery pan juices over the top, and serve warm.