Manhattan
Apply peppercorn crust and salt to steaks liberally on each side. Press meat into peppercorns.
Heat heavy skillet over high heat and sear each side approximately 4 minutes. Add butter, thyme and garlic. As soon as the butter is melted, baste steaks with the liquid for about 2 to 3 minutes.
Transfer the steaks to a sheet pan and cook in the oven at 375 until internal temp reaches 130. Let rest four minutes and serve.
Sauce
After removing the steaks, place in the oven. Drain excess oil from pan, deglaze off of flame with rye whiskey, Ignite and cook until alcohol is burned off. Add Demi glacé and cream and reduce until it reaches sauce consistency. Mount with two tablespoons of butter. And drizzle over steaks.
