A great technique to cook steaks at home. Open a window though; it gets a bit smoky.

INGREDIENTS

• 1 (10-ounce) package white mushrooms, chopped into pea-size pieces
• 1 cup rice vinegar
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 2 (8- to 10-ounce) rib or Delmonico steaks, about 1 inch thick
• Salt and pepper, to taste

1. Combine the mushrooms, vinegar, and sugar in a pot, and bring to a boil. Boil for 5 minutes, then cool in the refrigerator. Drain, and toss with parsley.

2. Season the steaks well with salt and pepper.

3. Heat a cast-iron skillet or a heavy pan on high for at least 5 minutes. Add the steaks to the dry skillet. Don't turn the steaks until a few drops of juices appear on the tops of the meat.

4. Turn the steaks and cook for about 2 minutes for medium-rare (130 to 135°F).

5. Let the steaks rest for about 3 minutes before serving. Serve with the mushroom relish.