According to Thomspon, the key to achieving the optimal steak sear all comes down to heat -- or rather, high heat. "The main factor [for a good steak sear] is always heat or lack thereof ...

Searing is the classic way to prepare a steak: simply pop it in a screaming hot pan and sear it until it’s done. “Reverse searing” is the catchy phrase for baking a roast low and slow in a ...