Step

• 1

  Season both sides of steaks with salt and pepper and let stand at room temperature for 20 minutes.

• 2

  When ready to cook, set the Traeger temperature to 500℉ and preheat, lid closed for 15 minutes. Place a cast iron skillet with enough room for the steaks directly on the grill grate and preheat.

  500 ˚F / 260 ˚C

• 3

  Place steaks on the hottest part of the grill and cook for 5 minutes with the lid closed.

  500 ˚F / 260 ˚C

  00:05

• 4

  After 5 minutes, open the lid and place the butter in the skillet, it should melt almost immediately.

• 5

  Flip the steaks into the cast iron skillet so the grilled side is facing up. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes basting the steaks with butter every couple of minutes. Cook until the internal temperature reaches 125℉ to 130℉ for medium-rare (about 10 minutes).

  500 ˚F / 260 ˚C

  125 ˚F / 52 ˚C

• 6

  Remove steaks from the pan and rest for 10 minutes. Transfer steaks to plates and pour reserved butter over the top. Enjoy!