If you’re a meat lover, it’s hard to beat a great steak. I’ve got a couple of tips for you.

A New York Strip is a great choice for dinner and once you get it home, here’s how to insure full flavors.

Begin with a drizzle of olive oil. Dust it liberally with your favorite seasoning. I really like Montreal Steak Seasoning by McCormick.

Poke the steak with a sharp fork to distribute the seasonings into the meat. Do this on both sides.

It’s okay to leave the steak on the counter for 45 minutes before cooking so it comes up to room temperature.

When it’s time to broil, preheat your pan so it’s good and hot. This takes about 6-8 minutes. Slap the steak on the hot pan and broil on both sides until it’s cooked the way you like it. Normal cooking time for a medium steak is 5 minutes per side under the broiler.

Remove it and let it sit for 3-5 minutes so the juices set. Now, it’s time to eat.