SKILLET STEAK

4 cups Maque Choux (recipe below)
4 thick strip or rib eye steaks
2 tablespoons Creole Seasoning
2 tablespoon Canola oil

Preheat the oven to 300 degrees. Remove the steaks from the refrigerator 1 hour in advance. Have the Maque Choux prepared and keep it warm.

Generously season the steaks on both sides. Heat the oil in the skillet until it is very hot. Add the steaks in a single layer and cook on medium high for 2 minutes on each side. Place in the oven for 10 minutes or longer depending on the temperature desired: 10 minutes/125 degrees for medium rare; 15 minutes/130 degrees for medium.

Serve, accompanied by Maque Choux and Cheese Grits.