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Close-up of a perfectly cooked filet mignon steak on a light wood board.

The Perfect Filet Mignon Recipe

Indulge in a perfectly seared and flavorful filet mignon, cooked to your desired level of doneness. This recipe delivers a restaurant-quality steak in the comfort of your own home.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 steaks
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 filet mignon steaks 6-8 ounce, about 1.5-2 inches thick
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary
  • 1 sprig fresh thyme
  • to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Method
 

  1. Pat steaks dry; season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Sear steaks 3-4 minutes per side.
  4. Reduce heat; add butter, garlic, rosemary, and thyme.
  5. Baste steaks 2-3 minutes to desired doneness.
  6. Rest steaks 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For best results, use a meat thermometer to ensure accurate doneness.