On Sun, 16 Aug 2015 16:56:05 -1000, dsi1
> wrote:

> On 8/16/2015 1:58 PM, Quemado wrote:
> > dsi1 wrote:
> >
> >> I've never been able to use a broiler to cook a steak. The results have
> >> pretty much have been disasters. I think the best tip for cooking a
> >> steak in a pan is to use a good amount of oil.
> >>
> >> I'll fry steak at high heat turning it a couple of times on each side.
> >> Depending on the type and thickness of the steak, I'll ether take it out
> >> of the pan or turn off the heat and let it sit in the pan.
> >
> > I like to fry on medium high, just 2 minutes per side, then into the
> > convection oven at 450F to finish for about 5 minutes (depending on
> > thickness).
> >
> > Out to a plate, foil, wait 10 minutes - serve.
> >
> > Perfect medium rare every time.
>
> That's the classic French way. It works fine but these days I don't like
> to use the oven if I can help it.

You don't like to use your oven because it heats up the room? I
thought it was electric and self-cleaning. If it is, it shouldn't be
doing that.

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