whenever cooking a steak i suggest marinating it first so that the flavorings will penetrate into the meat itself instead of just seasoning the top of the meat. if you use a good marinade there really is no need to use any other seasonings! There are some marinades that don't require for them to sit overnight but at the most 30 minutes or so. I always like to eat my steak with sauteed onions and green peppers as well. Hope this helps!