Plug thermometer into unit. Insert grill grate in unit and close hood. Select GRILL. The unit will default to HI, which is the correct temperature setting for this recipe. Select PRESET. The unit will default to BEEF, which is the correct setting for this recipe. Use the arrows to the left of the display to set desired doneness. Press START/STOP to begin preheating.
While unit is preheating, brush each steak on all sides with 1/2 tablespoon canola oil, then season with salt and pepper, as desired. Toss asparagus with remaining canola oil, then season with salt and pepper, as desired.
Insert thermometer horizontally into the center of one of the steaks
When unit beeps to signify it has preheated, place steaks on grill grate, gently pressing them down to maximize grill marks. Close hood over the thermometer cord. When unit beeps and the display reads FLIP, use silicone-tipped tongs to flip the steaks. Close hood to continue cooking.
When unit beeps to signal the steaks are almost done cooking, transfer steaks to a plate or cutting board and allow to rest for 5 minutes
While steaks are resting, place asparagus on grill grate. Select GRILL and set to HI. Use the arrows to the right of the display to set the time to 4 minutes. Press START/STOP to begin. Skip preheat by pressing the PREHEAT button.
When cooking and resting are complete, remove thermometer from steaks. Slice steaks and serve with asparagus.
