Article: Place a cast-iron skillet in the oven as it warms up. The initial cooking will be done on the stove, but placing the pan in the hot oven will allow it to become nice and hot before you even add the steaks. You can use a standard cast-iron skillet for this, but for an even more authentic barbecue experience, opt for a cast-iron grill pan. The best grill pans have low sides, sharp grates, and a round shape. Brush the oil and liquid smoke over both sides of each steak. Season both sides with smoked salt and freshly ground black pepper, as well. Ideally, the steaks should be at room temperature before you season them. Cold steaks may cook unevenly and could dry out. Both the liquid smoke and smoked salt will give the meat a smoky flavor, thereby mimicking the taste of outdoor barbecue. Remove the pan from the oven and place it on the stove. Set the stove heat to high, and allow the pan to warm up for another 4 to 5 minutes. Meanwhile, reduce the heat of the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Place the steaks in the hot pan and let them cook for 2 to 4 minutes. After finishing the first side, flip the steaks over to the other side and cook for another 2 to 4 minutes. The steaks are ready to flip once a golden-brown crust develops on the first side. Also note that the meat should release easily from the bottom of the pan. Only flip the steaks once. Turning them too often will make it harder for the outside to crisp up. Switch off the stove and place the pan back into the hot oven. Allow the steaks to continue cooking until they reach your desired level of doneness. The exact amount of time will vary depending on the thickness of the steaks and the level of doneness you wish to reach, but the process may take another 8 to 15 minutes. Check the internal temperature using a meat thermometer to verify the level of doneness. Rare: 120 to 125 degrees Fahrenheit (49 to 52 degrees Celsius) Medium-Rare: 130 to 135 degrees Fahrenheit (54 to 5 degrees Celsius) Medium: 140 to 145 degrees Fahrenheit (60 to 63 degrees Celsius) Medium-Well: 150 to 155 degrees Fahrenheit (66 to 68 degrees Celsius) Well-Done: 160 degrees Fahrenheit (71 degrees Celsius) Remove the finished steaks from the hot oven and take them out of the hot pan. Place the meat on a plate or platter, then allow it to rest for approximately 5 minutes. The resting period allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat. Cutting into the steak before it rests can cause these juices to escape, creating dry, chewy steak as a result. If desired, you could loosely cover the steaks with aluminum foil to prevent them from losing too much heat. Do not leave them in the pan, though, since doing so would cause the meat to continue cooking. The steaks should be done and ready to enjoy. Moreover, you should notice a flavor similar to the taste of outdoor barbecue once you bite into the meat.
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Preheat the oven to 500 degrees Fahrenheit (260 degrees Celsius). Season the steaks. Transfer the cast-iron pan to the stove. Sear the steaks on both sides. Place the pan back inside the oven. Cook until done. Let the steaks rest. Serve.
Article: In order to open a Dunkin' Donuts franchise, you must have a net worth of $500,000 and at least $250,000 in liquid assets. Having the necessary capital available is essential for applying to become a Dunkin' Donuts franchise owner. The requirements for international franchising are slightly different, requiring at least $1,500,000 in liquid assets and $3,000,000 in minimum net worth as well as the intention and capital required to develop at least 20 restaurants. While you will be required to pay an initial franchising fee that ranges from $40,000 to $90,000 (depending on the type of unit you are looking to franchise), the costs will not stop there. You will also need to consider building and real estate costs, the cost of equipment and signs, the costs of licenses and permits, the cost of uniforms, the cost of insurance, etc. Expect to spend between $134,600 and $1,611,100 as your initial investment for a new restaurant. This does not include real estate costs. Dunkin' Donuts looks for candidates for franchising that have prior restaurant management or food service operations experience. In addition, they look for candidates that demonstrate the ability to recruit, train, maintain, and motivate a high-performing team as well as experience managing profit and loss operations. Finally, they also want applicants who have an understanding of real estate development. You will want to thoroughly evaluate your prior business experience before applying to become a Dunkin' Donuts franchise owner. The Veterans Transition Franchise Initiative offers a 20% discount on the initial franchise fee to qualified Veterans who purchase a Store Development Agreement for 5 or fewer stores. Dunkin' Donuts was ranked #15 in the 2011 "Franchise500" ratings for most popular franchises, and is #4 on the top ten list of popular franchises for military veterans. Dunkin' Donuts expects their franchisors to exhibit superior character. They focus on several key qualities found to be important to successful franchising. These qualities include: honesty, transparency, humility, fairness, respect, responsibility, and integrity. Before applying to open a Dunkin' Donuts franchise, it is important to evaluate your own interaction with these values to make sure you will be a good fit for the company and the brand. Ask yourself: are these values important to me? If possible, evaluate the ways in which you exemplify these values, particularly in the workplace. This will help you get a position as a Dunkin' Donuts franchiser. You will want to look at the market availability for Dunkin' Donuts franchises and see if there are available markets in your location of interest before proceeding with the franchising application. Markets are available in both the USA and Canada, with "highlighted markets" of particular interest in California, Minnesota, Michigan, Missouri, and Louisiana.. There are some locations considered "reserved markets." This includes most of New England, Pennsylvania, Florida, Nevada, Delaware, Maryland, and Washington, DC. This means that the markets are reserved for existing franchisees. Some locations (including Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Nebraska, and Alaska are considered to be "future markets." These are markets in which Dunkin' Donuts has not opened yet and in which there are currently no development opportunities. There are also opportunities for international franchising. Dunkin' Donuts has franchises in over 60 countries and is looking for additional growth around the world. These events are planned by Dunkin' Brands for prospective franchisees, and provide the opportunity to meet franchising managers, find out how new franchises are awarded, and learn more about the Dunkin' Brands company.
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Ensure you have adequate capitalization. Appreciate the investment required for a franchise. Evaluate your prior experience and strengths. Determine if you qualify for the VetFran Incentive. Recognize the values of the Dunkin' brand. Assess market availability. Attend franchise events.
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