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Steak Doneness - From Rare to Well, How to Cook a Steak

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Steak - Medium Rare

Internal Temperature 130 to 135 degrees F. (55 to 57 degrees C.)

At medium rare your steak should be warm through the middle with a hint of red. Most of the center of the steak should be pink. The sides should be well browned, the top and bottom charred to a dark brown color. This steak should have a firm surface but be soft in the middle.

Grill this steak as hot as you can for about 2 to 3 minutes per side (depending on your grill).

This is the recommended level of doneness. Ask any chef how they like their steak and they'll say medium rare.

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