Bistecca Fiorentina Recipe

1. 1

   Brush steak with olive oil, season well with salt and pepper, and let sit, uncovered, at room temperature for 30 minutes.

2. 2

   Position one oven rack in the top third of the oven, a second rack in the bottom of the oven, and heat to 500 degrees F (not on broil).

3. 3

   Fill a 13-by-9-inch baking dish with enough onions to completely cover the bottom.

4. 4

   Place the baking dish on the lower rack.

5. 5

   Place the steak directly on the top rack, positioned above the dish of onions.

6. 6

   Use tongs to turn the steak after 15 minutes, and check periodically to make sure it is not burning.

7. 7

   For medium rare, roast until the internal temperature registers 125 degrees F, about 35 to 40 minutes.

8. 8

   Discard onions and place steak on a cutting board to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

9. 9

   To serve, place on a bed of arugula and top with a few slices of (alternatively, brush on a little high-quality extra-virgin olive oil).

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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