Easy Filet Mignon

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This easy filet mignon recipe shows you exactly how to cook filet mignon at home so it turns out tender, juicy, and perfectly cooked every time.

Prep Time5

Cook Time15

Additional Time35

Total Time55

Course: 100 + BEST Easy Beef Recipes for Dinner

Keyword: beef recipe, dinner, dinner recipe, how to, steak, valentines recipes

Servings:

Author: Carrian Cheney

Remove fillet steaks from fridge 30-60 minutes before cooking.
2 Filet Mignons
Season heavily with kosher salt and pepper and let sit.
Kosher Salt, Ground Black Pepper
Heat the oven to 475°F.
Using a cast iron pan, place over high heat for 3-5 minutes. Once hot, carefully drizzle in oil. Gently, using tongs, add the meat, salted side down.
1 Tablespoon Oil
Sear the Filet Mignon for 2-3 minutes, seasoning the other side heavily with kosher salt and pepper. Cook another 2-3 minutes until browned with a nice crust. Quickly remove skillet from heat.
Add the butter, garlic, and herbs.
2 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter, 2-3 Cloves Garlic, 2 Sprigs Fresh Rosemary, 2 Sprigs Fresh Thyme
Place directly in the oven and cook for 4-7 minutes depending on thickness. Use a meat thermometer in the thickest portion and go under the desired temp by 5 degrees (see note).
Remove from oven and tent with foil for 2-5 minutes. Baste with butter and serve.

Rare: 125°F (red with red juices)

Medium Rare: 130°F (deep pink with reddish juices)

Medium: 140°F (light pink with clearer juices)

Medium well: 150°F (gentle pink center with clear juices)

Well done: 160°F (fully cooked through, no longer pink at all, all grey meat)