Q&A for How to Cook Steak Well Done

Preheat the oven to 200 °F (93.3 °C) and season the steak generously with salt and pepper. Then, sear the steaks on 1 side until they form a golden crust. Transfer the steak seared-side-up to a rimmed baking sheet and let it bake for 1 hour. (This is a general rule and will vary depending on the thickness of the steak.)

Touch your thumb and pinky together and feel along the base of your thumb. It should feel firm, which is exactly what a well-done steak feels like.

Absolutely not! It's all about your preference. There's no nutritional difference between a medium-rare and a well-done steak, either. If you don't like having a pink center, go with a well-done steak.

The best way to cook a well-done steak on the stove is to pan sear it in a skillet, then finish it in the oven. Start by preheating your oven to 400 °F (204 °C) and heat 1 1⁄2 US tbsp (22 ml) of vegetable oil in an iron skillet over high heat. Place the steak in the skillet, let it sear for 2-3 minutes, then flip them with tongs and sear the other side. Then, place the steaks in the oven for about 12 minutes. When they're done in the oven, take them out of the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes.

Well-done steak should have an internal temperature of 170 °F (77 °C) to be properly finished. Use a meat thermometer for the most accurate temperature readings. Insert the meat thermometer into the thickest part of the steak to check the internal temperature.