# How To Cook The Perfect Steak - Tips From Omaha Chefs *By James Hills — Updated July 2022* Cooking the perfect steak can be a challenge and even more so at home. While there are world-famous steakhouses all across the country, there's something enticing about going back to the source and enjoying a steak without the pretense you might find in cities like New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles. We did a virtual steak tour of Omaha, Nebraska recently and let me tell you - my mouth is still watering!  Of course, the best steak dinner always begins with the best meats and luckily no matter where you are these days, you can get great cuts of [premium meats mailed to you](index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=3459:where-to-buy-premium-steaks-online&catid=17:food-drink&Itemid=529). With that in mind, we listened to tips from three of Omaha's top steak chefs including: Chef Nick Strawhecker from [Dante Pizzaria](https://www.dantepizzeria.com), Chef Jake Newton from [V. Mertz](https://www.vmertz.com), and Chef Colin Duggan from [Kitchen Table](https://www.kitchentableomaha.com). While each had their own spin and interpretations on flavoring and cut, there were some consistent things that each of the men agreed on. Let's take a look at their tips for cooking the perfect steak. ## Proper Steak Preparation Is Key Some guys like to take the plastic wrap off their steaks and throw them on the grill but that's sorta like sex before warming up first. Sure, you'll get to the finish line but it won't be as good.  ### Ultimate Guys Football Weekend in Detroit: Lions, Tailgating, and Motor City Madness Experience the ultimate guys weekend in Detroit with this 3-day itinerary built around a Lions game at Ford Field. Discover downtown accommodations, tailgating spots, local eats, and Motor City attractions. 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Make sure to pre-heat it on you stove, oven, or grill and add oil so that the steak doesn't stick. Chef Jack Newton adds that to get a good crust you should sear the steak on the hottest surface possible. This will create a crust as well as delicious and beautiful caramelization on the steak. Once it has a nice external crust, take it out of the pan to let it rest for a few min so that the external temperature is lower than what you desire the internal temperature to be. This resting process may take 5-7 minutes. Now, you can finish the steak by placing it in a hot oven at 450 oF for about five minutes until you reach your desired internal temperature. While these chefs from Omaha are all trained experts, for the rest of us, I suggest getting a [wireless temperature probe](index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=2645:meater-wireless-smart-meat-thermometer-review&catid=16) to monitor this process. It makes things so much easier. Remember, your steak will continue cooking so if you want a Medium Rare steak to be 145 degrees, you should remove it at 140 depending on thickness. ## Prepare Your Steak for Serving Once done in the oven, take it out and let it rest for 10-15 minutes to let it finish cooking and to prevent the juices from being lost once you cut into it. While some people prefer to simply serve the steak with sides, others like to have sauces. Chef Colin Duggan likes using reductions to accompany his steaks  Photos courtesy [Visit Omaha](https://www.visitomaha.com). Top Picks Flow Voyages ### Book your next cruise with Heather at Flow Voyages Flow Voyages is a travel advisor specializing in cruises and resorts. [Contact Flow Voyages](https://ads.flowmediamarketing.com/go/AWkBXZ1uJypBIi-OVt4-xg.617) Promoted by FlowAds Details Written by: James Hills Published: 23 August 2020 Last Updated: 07 July 2022 ### 🚢Ready To Book A Vacation? 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