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Baked T-Bone Steak

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on Jan 10, 2024

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This oven baked T-bone steak has a caramelized crust on the exterior, and is tender and juicy in the middle. Ready in less than 15 minutes, it is a quick and easy family favorite! After making this recipe for more times than I can count, I have for you a foolproof method to guarantee restaurant quality every time!

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The Best Baked T-Bone Steak You’ll Ever Have

I love to serve this tender and flavorful T-bone steak whenever I feel like celebrating something special. Compared to the stovetop method, baking this expensive cut always gives me a more even doneness with consistent results.

Baked T-bone steak is one of the most fancy but easy foods you can make by yourself, so skip the steakhouse and enjoy this delicious meal at home at a fraction of the cost! I love to serve this with potatoes, rice, or pasta with a vegetable side dish!

What is T-Bone Steak?

T-bone is a premium cut of steak that includes a T-shaped bone with meat on each side. It’s crosscut from the front of the short loin and contains a strip of top loin (New york strip) on one side and a small chunk of tenderloin (filet mignon) on the other.

T-bone vs. porterhouse steak: Both cuts are from the short loin, and both include a T-shaped bone with a striploin on one side and tenderloin on the other. However, in a porterhouse, the size of tenderloin is larger than that in a T-bone steak. To be qualified as a porterhouse, the width of the tenderloin has to be at least 1.25 inches.

How to Bake T-Bone Steak

Want to know the secret on how to bake the perfect tender and juicy T-bone steak? After many experiments with different oven temperature and cooking techniques, the best baked t-bone steaks comes down to 4 simple tips:

1. Bring the T-bone steak to room temperature to ensure even cooking.
2. Sear the steak quickly before baking.
3. Bake at a high temperature briefly and use an instant-read thermometer to check the doneness.
4. Let it rest and slice against the grain.

Bring the steak to room temperature

• Take your steak out of the fridge 30 to 60 minutes before cooking.
• Pat dry with paper towels.
• Rub the steak with oil and then season generously with salt and pepper. My favorite steak seasoning is also the simplest: salt and pepper, which won’t overpower the steak’s natural flavors.

Sear the steak quickly before baking

• Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat. Use an oven-safe pan for this recipe. Cast iron is my favorite tool, as it retains heat better than a steel pan.
• Once hot, add the steak and sear for 2 minutes per side. Make sure the skillet is hot before you add the steak!
• Add the garlic, butter, and rosemary to the pan and remove the pan from the stove.

Bake at a high temperature

• Bake the seared steak for 2-3 minutes at 425°F for medium-rare doneness.
• Use an instant-read thermometer and insert into the thickest part of the steak. For medium-rare doneness, bake the steak until the internal temperature reaches 130°F. Adjust the cooking time if you prefer other doneness.

Let it rest and slice against the grain

• Transfer your T-bone steak to a cutting board. Cover it with foil to rest for about 5 minutes.
• Cut steak from the bone and slice the steak across the grain.

How Long to Bake T-bone Steak

Cooking times vary depending on the thickness of the steak and the desired amount of doneness. This Oven-Baked T-Bone Steak is seared for 2 minutes on each side and then finished in a 425°F oven. The table below provides a guideline for baking times based on doneness after searing:

T-bone Steak Doneness (1-inch)	Baking Time
Rare	1-2 minutes
Medium rare	2-3 minutes
Medium	3-4 minutes
Well-done	5-6 minutes

For thicker steaks, add 2-3 minutes for every ½-inch of additional thickness.

How to Serve T-Bone Steak

Wine Pairing

Serve it with Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon or Malbec. You can also choose other wine options that can complement the rich and meaty T-bone steak.

Side Dishes

• ​​You can serve your t-bone with mashed potatoes or pasta for a true steakhouse experience.
• Add vegetables such as broccoli or asparagus for a perfect meal your whole family will love!
• A flavorful dip or sauce will take your steak experience to a new level.

How to Store Leftover T-Bone Steak

• To store: Let the steak cool to room temperature and cut the meat off the bone. Store it in an airtight container and it will last 3-4 days in the refrigerator.
• To reheat: You can reheat it in a pan, for 2-3 minutes each side.

You can add the leftovers to salad, sandwich, tacos, or stir-fried noodles.

Other Favorite Steak Recipes

If you love this baked T-bone steak recipe, try one of these steak recipes next:

• Sous Vide Sirloin Steak
• Marinated Skirt Steak Tacos
• Ribeye Steak Marinade
• NY Strip Steak
• Eye of Chuck Steak Recipe

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Baked T-Bone Steak Recipe

By: Izzy How to make baked T-bone steak in the oven! You'll learn all the secrets to the perfect baked steak and how to serve them for a true steakhouse experience. Prep: 5 minutes minsCook: 10 minutes minsTotal: 15 minutes minsServings: 4 Pin Recipe Rate Recipe Print Recipe

Equipment

• Cast-Iron Skillet
• Kitchen Tongs
• Instant Read Thermometer

Ingredients 1x2x3x

• ▢ 1 1/2 pounds T-bone steak, 1-inch thick
• ▢ 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• ▢ salt and black pepper, to taste (I used 1 teaspoon of coarse salt and 1 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper)
• ▢ 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• ▢ 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• ▢ fresh rosemary

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Instructions

• Take your steak out of the fridge 30 to 60 minutes before cooking to allow it to reach room temperature. Rub the steak all over with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and then season both sides with salt and pepper.
• Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
• Place a cast-iron skillet over high heat for a few minutes until very hot.
• Add the remaining oil to the skillet. Place the steak in the pan and sear the first side for 2 minutes. Turn the steak with kitchen tongs and sear the other side for 2 minutes.
• Add the garlic, butter, and rosemary to the skillet and transfer the steak to the oven.
• For medium-rare doneness, bake the steak for 2-3 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 130°F(54°C). Use an instant-read thermometer to check for doneness. Adjust the cooking time if you target other donenesses.
• Transfer the steak to a cutting board. Cover it with foil to rest for about 5 minutes.
• Slice against the grain and serve with your favorite sides.

Notes

Cook your T-bone to the following internal temperature for different doneness:

• Rare: 120°F to 130°F
• Medium-rare: 130°F to 135°F
• Medium: 135°F to 150°F
• Medium well: 150°F to 155°F
• Well done: 160°F and above

Remember that the temperature will rise a few more degrees while resting.

Nutrition

Calories: 467kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Net Carbohydrates: 0.5g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 103mg | Sodium: 93mg | Potassium: 533mg | Fiber: 0.03g | Sugar: 0.02g | Vitamin A: 88IU | Vitamin C: 0.5mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 3mg

Nutrition information provided is an estimate only and will vary based on ingredient brands and cooking methods used.

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