Leave the steaks at room temperature for 30-45 minutes before cooking.

Preheat the broiler for 10-15 minutes. Meanwhile, pat the steaks dry, add a light layer of olive oil to both sides, and season them generously with salt and pepper.

Place steaks on a broiling pan, a baking pan with a wire rack, or a preheated cast-iron skillet. Transfer to a rack that’s 3-4 inches away from the broiler element.

Cook for 3-4 minutes before flipping the steaks to the other side and rotating them a half a turn. Cook for another 2-3 minutes or until the tenderloin section reaches 125°F for medium rare. Refer to the chart above for cooking times for other doneness levels.