Pan-Seared Steaks

Bahan-bahan (2 porsi)

• 2 (12-oz) New York strip or ribeye steaks or 4 (6-oz) filet mignons, about 1½ inches thick
• 1 heaping teaspoon kosher salt
• ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• A few sprigs fresh thyme leaves