Ingredients

2 boneless New York strip steaks, 2 1/2 inches thick (about 1 1/2 pounds each)

2 tablespoons olive oil

Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper

Vegetable-oil cooking spray

Preparation

Drizzle both sides of the steaks with olive oil; season with salt and pepper.

Prepare a charcoal or gas grill, arrange coals for direct cooking. Lightly coat rack with cooking spray. Coals should be glowing white.

Place the steaks on grill. For rare, cook 8 minutes per side; 10 minutes for medium rare. Let the meat rest 1 to 2 minutes, then serve.