This simple recipe comes together in less than 20 minutes, which is ideal for a busy weeknight meal!

Serves: 4 – 6

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs. Santa Maria steak, approximately 1” thick
• 2 T. extra virgin oil
• 1 T. kosher salt
• 1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tsp. garlic powder
• 1 T. fresh rosemary leaves, finely chopped

Instructions:

1. Heat the olive oil in a large cast iron or other heavy-duty skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Combine the salt, pepper, garlic powder, and rosemary in a small bowl.
3. Rub the salt mixture on all sides of the steak and place in the hot skillet. Sear steak on both sides, approximately 2 minutes per side.
4. Reduce heat to medium and continue cooking the steaks for another 6-8 minutes, turning once to cook evenly on each side. This will yield medium-rare to medium steaks (internal temperature of 145° – 160°F). Cook for another 2-3 minutes for more well done steaks. (For thinner steaks, reduce cooking time by 3-5 minutes).
5. Remove steaks from skillet and loosely cover. Rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
6. To serve, cut steaks in thin slices against the grain for more tender results.