Sycamore is subject to attacks of anthracnose in wet, cool springs. The disease causes moderate to severe leaf drop and many trees are removed with this disease each year in our major cities. Many trees also defoliate early in the fall due to lace bug infestation.
About 1/2 hour before cooking the steak, bring it to room temperature. Preheat a large cast iron skillet over medium heat. Lightly brush the steak all over with oil and season generously with salt and pepper.Raise the heat to high, add the steak and cook, turning once, until well browned, about 7 minutes for the first side, and 4 minutes on the second side, for medium-rare.bout 1/2 hour before cooking the steak, bring it to room temperature. Preheat a large cast iron skillet over medium heat. Lightly brush the steak all over with oil and season generously with salt and pepper.
Take the T-bone out of the refrigerator about 1 hour before broiling. Season the T-bone on each side with 2 or 3 tablespoons of coarse salt and set it on a plate lined with paper towels. On steaks this thick, salt early so it penetrates deeply.ake the T-bone out of the refrigerator about 1 hour before broiling. Season the T-bone on each side with 2 or 3 tablespoons of coarse salt and set it on a plate lined with paper towels. On steaks this thick, salt early so it penetrates deeply.