Cookbook:Char-Grilled Strip Steak

These steaks, seasoned with spices and herbs, will save you money that you might have used to go to a steakhouse.

Ingredients

 * 4 ea. (24–32 oz) beef strip steaks, 1 inch thick
 * ½ tsp salt
 * 1 tsp coarsely-ground black pepper
 * 1 ½ tsp dried rosemary
 * 2 tsp dried thyme
 * 1 tbsp smoked paprika
 * 1 tbsp chili powder
 * 1 tbsp garlic powder
 * Extra-virgin olive oil

Procedure

 * 1) Combine seasonings. Set aside.
 * 2) Brush steaks liberally with olive oil. Rub each side of steaks with seasoning mixture. Leave at room temperature for 30–45 minutes before continuing.
 * 3) Prepare grill for indirect heating, high on one side, medium on the other. Add steaks to high part of grill and cook 1 ¼ minutes. Rotate 90 degrees and cook for another 1 ¼ minutes. Flip and repeat one more time.
 * 4) Move steaks to medium heat and cook, turning often, until internal temperature reaches 140°F for medium-rare.
 * 5) Remove to a plate and cover with aluminum foil. Let rest 7–10 minutes.
 * 6) Slice steaks thinly across the grain on a bias. Serve warm.