Perfect cook times

Pick the cut, dial in the size, get the exact time for every doneness.

Pan-sear over high heat in a heavy skillet. Pick a cut, set thickness, and we'll show times per side for each doneness.

Ribeye

Cast iron, high heat, oil + butter baste
in
2.5 cm· typical 0.5–3 in
Time for every doneness
Rare
120–125°F · 49–52°C
Cook time
4 min
2 min per side
Rest
5 min
Timer
4:00
Medium rare
Sweet spot
130–135°F · 54–57°C
Cook time
6 min
3 min per side
Rest
5 min
Timer
6:00
Medium
135–145°F · 57–63°C
Cook time
8 min
4 min per side
Rest
5 min
Timer
8:00
Medium well
145–155°F · 63–68°C
Cook time
10 min
5 min per side
Rest
5 min
Timer
10:00
Well done
155°F+ · 68°C+
Cook time
12 min
6 min per side
Rest
5 min
Timer
12:00
  • Pat dry, salt heavily 40 min ahead
  • Baste with butter, garlic, thyme in last minute

Times are estimates — always confirm with an instant-read thermometer and rest the meat.