Florentine Style Steak -- Bistecca Alla Fiorentina

Ingredients

• 12 ounces pork fatback, cubed
• 12 garlic cloves, peeled
• 2 teaspoons dried rosemary

• 2 (24-28 ounce)  porterhouse steaks
• coarse salt, to taste
• pepper, freshly ground

Directions

1. 1

   Remove the steaks from the refrigerator, rinse under water, pat dry with paper towels and allow to sit at room temperature 30 minutes before cooking.

2. 2

   Put the fatback, garlic and rosemary into a food processor and blend until it is the consistency of toothpaste.

3. 3

   Rub the fat mixture evenly over the meat and season with coarse salt and fresh ground pepper.

4. 4

   Use a hot, clean, oiled grill and grill the steaks for about 5 to 6 minutes on each side for medium rate.

5. 5

   The fillet will cook a little faster than the strip loin. Move the steaks frequently, approximately every 2 minutes or so, for even cooking and a crispy exterior.

6. 6

   When the steaks are cooked, take them off the grill and allow to rest for 5 to 7 minutes. The resting allows the blood to circulate and distributes the juices evenly.

7. 7

   Serve and enjoy!