Description
Filet mignon is the perfect centerpiece for a romantic dinner, delivering a melt-in-your-mouth experience that impresses any guest. This elegant dish features tender steaks seared to perfection and infused with aromatic garlic and herbs, creating an unforgettable meal ideal for Valentine?s Day or a special date night at home. Follow this simple recipe to bring gourmet dining to your kitchen effortlessly.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 filet mignon steaks (1.5 inches thick)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked pepper
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 whole garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary or thyme
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 400?F (200?C).
- 2. Season both sides of the filet mignon with salt and pepper.
- 3. In an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil until shimmering. Sear each steak for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned.
- 4. Add garlic cloves and herb sprigs around the steaks in the skillet.
- 5. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 5-7 minutes for medium-rare doneness.
- 6. Remove from the oven and let rest for at least 5 minutes before serving, drizzling with melted butter from the skillet.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing and Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 filet mignon steak (170g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg