Juicy Oven-Baked Steaks - Spend With Pennies

These steaks are pan seared to caramelize and brown the outside before being finished in the oven for a tender, juicy steak at home!

Flavor: This recipe makes tender, juicy steak every time! Steak seasoning and some butter make them extra flavorful.
Skill Level: It’s easy to make (no grill required).
Prep Note: Let the steak come to room temperature for even cooking and pat it dry for a better sear.
Recommended Tools: Be sure to use an oven-safe skillet and a meat thermometer to ensure the steak is done to your liking.

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Ingredients

Steak: Ribeye steaks are well-marbled, making them extra juicy and flavorful when cooked. Choosing a 1-inch thickness helps ensure a golden crust and a tender, medium-rare center when finished in the oven.
Seasonings: A mix of olive oil and steak seasoning adds bold flavor and helps create a perfect sear. Garlic, herbs, and a splash of red wine simmered with cream turn the pan drippings into a rich, velvety sauce.

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How to Make Steaks in the Oven

Rub steaks with olive oil & gently press the seasoning into the meat.
Brown on both sides to sear (full recipe below).
Place skillet in oven & bake.

How to Make Pan Sauce for Steak

While the steaks are resting, prepare the pan sauce if you’d like! (It’s optional but delish.)

Add butter to the skillet along with garlic and seasonings.
Pour in wine & scrape skillet to loosen any bits.
Stir in cream & simmer (full recipe below).
Top steaks with butter & serve with sauce.

Ensure frozen steaks are completely thawed.
Preheat the pan to ensure it’s very hot before browning the steaks.
Do not press on steaks as they cook, as this presses out the juices.
Once cooked, remove the steak from the pan to rest. If you leave it in the pan, it will continue cooking.
As with all meats, rest steaks at least 5-10 minutes before cutting.

Degrees of Doneness

Remember that steaks will rise a couple of degrees while they rest. I take them out about 3-4° before they’re done. Here’s a quick reminder on what “doneness” means:

Rare: cool, red center – internal temp at 125°F.
Medium Rare: warm, red center – internal temp at 135°F.
Medium: warm, pink center – internal temp of 145°F.
Medium Well: slightly pink center – internal temp of 150°F.
Well Done: little or no pink – internal temp of 160°F

The FDA recommends a minimum temperature of 145°F with a 3-minute rest.

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Leftovers

Leftover steak will keep in the refrigerator for about 3 days, but we most often serve the steaks in the morning with fried eggs. Feel free to cut it into strips for easy steak tacos. Or, make these tasty philly cheesesteak wraps. Some spicy steak fajitas are always a treat as well!

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How to Cook Juicy Steaks in the Oven

Learn how to cook the perfect juicy steak in the oven with this easy recipe. A savory pan sauce finishes these tender steaks with a touch of easy elegance.

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes

Resting Time 20 minutes

Total Time 50 minutes

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Remove steaks from the fridge at least 20 minutes before starting.
Preheat oven to 400°F.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Rub steaks with olive oil and generously season. Brown 2-3 minutes per side and place the pan in the oven.
Bake 10-15 minutes or until steaks reach the desired doneness. Remove steaks from the skillet and rest at least 5 minutes while making the sauce.
If making sauce, add 1 tablespoon butter, garlic, rosemary and thyme to the pan. Stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add red wine and simmer 2 minutes while scraping any bits off the bottom. Stir in cream and simmer 2-3 minutes more.
Top steaks with remaining butter and serve with sauce.

If your steaks are thinner, you will need less cook time.

Ensure frozen steaks are completely thawed.
Remove steaks from the refrigerator and leave out for 30 minutes before cooking.
Preheat the pan to ensure it’s very hot before browning the steaks.
Use a meat thermometer and be sure not to overcook.
Do not press on steaks as they cook, this presses out the juices.
Once cooked remove the steak from the pan to rest. If you leave it in the pan, it will continue cooking.
As with all meats, rest steaks at least 5-10 minutes before cutting.
Keep leftover steak in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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

Course Beef, Dinner, Entree, Main Course

Cuisine American

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