Now, looking to cook a perfect steak, here are 5 easy steps that will help. First of all, pan searing refers to cooking your steak in a pan on both sides over medium-high heat until seared and then finished off in the oven. As a result, this technique not only lock in juices and flavors, but it also creates an amazing crust on the surface of your meat. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Add oil or butter to a large cast iron skillet or griddle and add the steaks. Once coated, sear about 1 minute on each side or until browned. Transfer the pan to the oven and cook for 6-8 minutes per side or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of your steak registers 135 degrees F. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.  Serve with your favorite sides!