surface of the steak.
to test the heat, place a single drop of water on the pan. if it dances for a second before disappearing, the pan is hot enough. make sure to have the steak, a clean plate, a heavy-duty grill mitt, a pat of butter and a pair of tongs ready. you won’t have a chance to step away once you start the cooking process.
get a large pat of butter. one to two tablespoons will be perfect. this will go on the steak as soon as it is turned so it needs to be ready and close by.
with the skillet hot and everything else ready, place the steak in 