T-bone steak

T-bone steak is a popular cut of beef that comes from the short loin section of the cow. It is easily recognizable by the T-shaped bone that runs through the center of the steak, dividing two different cuts of meat. On one side of the bone is the New York strip (or striploin), known for its balance of flavor and tenderness.

On the other side is a small portion of the tenderloin (or filet mignon), which is incredibly tender but less flavorful than the strip side. The T-bone steak is prized for offering both of these cuts in one piece, providing a combination of tenderness and flavor in a single steak.

It is typically grilled or pan-seared and served as a hearty main dish. T-bone steaks are often associated with steakhouses and are best cooked to medium-rare or medium to preserve their tenderness and juiciness. T-bone steaks are closely related to porterhouse steaks, which are similar but have a larger portion of the tenderloin.

The main difference between the two is the size of the tenderloin—porterhouse steaks are cut from the rear end of the short loin, where the tenderloin is thicker, while T-bones are cut more toward the front, where the tenderloin is smaller.