[header] How to cook a t bone steak [title] Purchase high-quality steak. [step] A firm, bright red, steak will be fresher than a soft, darker colored, one. Also look for an even distribution of thin white lines of fat, known as marbling, throughout the surface. 
The marbling melts and moistens the meat during cooking, making your steak tender and flavorful. [substeps] Choose an evenly cut steak that is about 1 1/4 inches (31.75 mm) thick.