Start with the marinade. In a small saucepan, heat the olive oil with the peeled and crushed garlic, thyme, and rosemary until it begins to boil. Lower the heat until the oil is just simmering, and allow the flavors to infuse for 10-15 minutes. Remove your infused oil from the heat and allow it to cool.

Pour the infused oil over the steaks, cover them with plastic, and refrigerate until you are ready to cook them. You can do this the day before if you are incredibly motivated. However, since very few of us are “planners,” allow the steaks to marinate while you prepare the rest of the meal.

Heat some of the infused oil in a large saucepan with the garlic cloves, and a sprig of thyme.

Season both sides of each steak with salt and pepper to taste.

When the oil is bubbling place the steaks in the pan. Cook approximately five minutes on each side for medium rare.