How to Broil Steak

Most gas and electric ovens have broiler units that can be used to cook steak when grilling a steak isn't convenient. If you’ve never used your broiler, be sure to read your oven manufacturer's directions before you try the broiler method for cooking your steaks.

When broiling steak it's best to use a broiler pan and not a cooking sheet or other cooking pan. A broiler pan has a flat, perforated cooking surface that channel the drippings away from the steak as it cooks, into the shallow pan that fits underneath.

1. Spray the cooking surface of the broiler pan with non-stick cooking spray.
2. Pour water in the bottom of the broiler pan to a depth of one-inch (this cuts down on smoke from oil splatters).
3. Fit together the broiler pan’s cooking surface to the bottom.
4. Bring thawed steaks to room temperature.
5. Season generously
6. Place on broiler pan, 4" from heat source and refer to the times listed in the cooking chart below.
7. Remove from oven 5° before desired doneness.
8. Allow steaks to rest 5-10 minutes before serving. Juices will be absorbed into the meat and bring meat up to desired temperature.

NOTE: On electric ranges, leave the oven door ajar when broiling. On gas ranges, the door should remain closed.