Best 6 Smothered Filet Mignon Recipes

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Smothered filet mignon is a classic dish that is sure to impress your guests. The tenderloin is cooked in a flavorful sauce, and the result is a dish that is both delicious and elegant. There are many different ways to make smothered filet mignon, but the basic steps are the same: sear the tenderloin, then cook it in a flavorful sauce. The sauce can be made with a variety of ingredients, such as mushrooms, onions, and wine. Once the tenderloin is cooked through, it is served over the sauce. Smothered filet mignon is a dish that is perfect for a special occasion, and it is sure to be a hit with your guests.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HOW TO COOK FILET MIGNON RECIPE BY TASTY



How To Cook Filet Mignon Recipe by Tasty image

We get it: you deserve a treat. It's been a hard day (or maybe even a hard week) and well, you deserve a little bit of luxury: a lit candle, some wine, and some nice music. Oh, and don't forget the Best. Meal. Ever. Luckily, our filet mignon fits the bill: it simplifies a fancy restaurant dish into a homemade extravagance and the best part? Our recipe serves just one: that's right. It's allll for you!

Provided by Jody Tixier

Categories     Lunch

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 oz filet mignon
coarse salt, to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon grapeseed oil, or other high-heat, neutral oil of choice
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
1 clove garlic

Steps:

  • On a cutting board, pat the filet mignon dry with paper towels and let sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 450˚F (230˚C).
  • Generously season all sides of the filet mignon with salt and pepper.
  • Heat a medium, oven-safe stainless steel or cast iron skillet over high heat for 5 minutes. Add the grapeseed oil.
  • Once the oil beings to smoke, add the filet mignon to the pan. Cook without moving for 2-3 minutes, until a crust has formed.
  • Use tongs to flip the steak over, then add the butter, rosemary, and garlic to the pan.
  • Tilt the pan and spoon the butter continuously over the steak for 2-3 minutes.
  • Transfer the pan to the oven for 7 minutes for a medium rare steak.
  • Transfer the steak to a cutting board and let rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 591 calories, Carbohydrate 1 gram, Fat 48 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 37 grams, Sugar 0 grams

SMOTHERED FILET MIGNON



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"A great combination of flavors. Serve with some mashed garlic red potatoes and sweetened green beans for a fabulous special occasion meal. Don't forget to serve a bottle of Cabernet or Zinfandel."

Provided by Cucina Casalingo

Categories     Meat

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 (6 ounce) filet mignon steaks
seasoning salt
cracked black pepper
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons dried rosemary
1 tablespoon butter
2 cups onions, slices
1 teaspoon white sugar
4 ounces blue cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Season steaks with seasoned salt and black pepper, and arrange in a single layer in a large baking dish.
  • In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, mustard, and rosemary.
  • Pour mixture over filets, and turn to coat. Marinate for up to 30 minutes.
  • While you are marinating the meat, melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Cook onion slices in butter until soft, then stir in sugar. Continue cooking until onions are caramelized. Set aside.
  • Preheat grill for high heat on one side, and medium heat on the other side.
  • Lightly oil the grill grate. Place steaks on the hot side of the grill, and cook for 10 minutes, turning once.
  • When the steaks are almost done, move to the cooler side of the grill.
  • Top each filet with a quarter of the caramelized onions and blue cheese. Close the lid, and continue cooking until the cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 768.2, Fat 64, SaturatedFat 24.9, Cholesterol 149.7, Sodium 542.5, Carbohydrate 10.4, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 4.7, Protein 37.2

SEARED FILET MIGNON



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 11m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 slices Filet Mignon, each about 1/2 pound and cut about 1 1/2 inches thick
Salt and pepper
1/3 cup (6 tablespoons) butter
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Season the Filet Mignons with salt and pepper. Combine the butter and oil in a large saute pan over high heat. When the pan is hot and foam has subsided, add the beef. Sear for three minutes per side for rare. Transfer to a warm platter.

THE PERFECT FILET MIGNON



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A luxe cut of meat like filet mignon needs little embellishment to shine. It's all about technique-and plenty of butter! Searing the steaks creates a beautiful crust and basting them with melted butter infused with garlic and thyme helps keep them tender. A quick pan sauce that comes together while the meat rests is the perfect finishing touch.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Two 7- to 8-ounce filets mignons, such as USDA Prime Beef Filet Mignon
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, cut into tablespoon pieces
4 sprigs thyme
3 cloves garlic, smashed
1 shallot, finely diced
1/4 cup brandy
3/4 cup light red wine, such as Pinot Noir
1/4 cup low-sodium beef broth
1 tablespoon chopped chives

Steps:

  • Pat the steaks dry, then sprinkle with 2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon pepper. Firmly press the seasoning into the meat.
  • Heat the oil in a medium stainless steel skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking, about 2 minutes. Add the steaks and cook until a golden crust forms, about 2 minutes. Flip with tongs and cook until golden on the second side, about 2 minutes (see Cook's Note). Flip again and cook for 2 minutes. Flip once more and add 4 tablespoons of the butter and the thyme and garlic. Let cook, undisturbed, until the butter stops foaming, 1 to 2 minutes. Tilt the pan slightly so the butter pools and spoon it over the steaks. Continue to cook the steaks, basting constantly, until they are medium rare and an instant-read thermometer inserted in the center registers 118 degrees F, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Transfer the steaks to a plate to rest. Discard the garlic, thyme and fat from the skillet, but do not wipe out the browned bits.
  • Place the same skillet over medium heat and add the shallots and 1 tablespoon butter. Cook, scraping up the browned bits with a wooden spoon, until softened, about 2 minutes. Remove the skillet from the heat and add the brandy. Return the skillet to the heat and continue to cook over medium until the skillet is dry, being careful as it may ignite, about 2 minutes. Add the wine and cook until the liquid reduces by half, about 3 minutes. Add the beef stock and bring to a boil. Whisk in the remaining 3 tablespoons butter, 1 tablespoon at a time. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • To serve, slice the steak, spoon the sauce over the top and sprinkle with the chives.

SMOTHERED FILET MIGNON



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A great combination of flavors. Serve with some mashed garlic red potatoes and sweetened green beans for a fabulous special occasion meal. Don't forget to serve a bottle of Cabernet or Zinfandel.

Provided by JDVMD

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Beef     Steaks     Filet Mignon Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 (6 ounce) filet mignon steaks
seasoned salt to taste
cracked black pepper to taste
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons dried rosemary
1 tablespoon butter
2 cups onion slices
1 teaspoon white sugar
4 ounces blue cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Season steaks with seasoned salt and black pepper, and arrange in a single layer in a large baking dish. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, mustard, and rosemary. Pour mixture over filets, and turn to coat. Marinate for up to 30 minutes.
  • While you are marinating the meat, melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook onion slices in butter until soft, then stir in sugar. Continue cooking until onions are caramelized. Set aside.
  • Preheat grill for high heat on one side, and medium heat on the other side.
  • Lightly oil the grill grate. Place steaks on the hot side of the grill, and cook for 10 minutes, turning once. When the steaks are almost done, move to the cooler side of the grill. Top each filet with a quarter of the caramelized onions and blue cheese. Close the lid, and continue cooking until the cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 590.1 calories, Carbohydrate 13.4 g, Cholesterol 124.5 mg, Fat 43.4 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 35.3 g, SaturatedFat 16.3 g, Sodium 689.4 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

Z'TEJAS SMOTHERED FILET MIGNON



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This is a fabulous sauce to serve on the side with filet or strip steak. The sauce takes time to prepare, but is well worth the effort! I used poblano peppers and portabella mushrooms and it turned out great!The sauce got great reviews at my last dinner party!

Provided by Cook4_6

Categories     Steak

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 (8 ounce) beef tenderloin fillets
4 tablespoons seasoning, such as Spice Hunter's Steak & Chop, Grill & Broil
2 cups mixed mushrooms, of your choice (such as shitakes, oyster, button)
2 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons heavy cream
3 anaheim chilies, split, de-veined and seeded (you may use anchos or Poblanos, if available)
3 shallots, sliced
3 garlic cloves, sliced
1/4 cup olive oil
3 cups red wine
3/4 cup beef stock
1 tablespoon dried thyme
2 bay leaves
1/2 cup horseradish
2 tablespoons cornstarch, mixed with
2 teaspoons water
1 1/2 cups water

Steps:

  • To prepare Ancho/Anaheim Horseradish:.
  • Put olive oil in pan and saute peppers, shallots and garlic over low heat, covered, until soft but not browned.
  • Add red wine and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Add beef stock, thyme, bay leaves, horseradish and simmer 30 minutes.
  • In a small jar, mix 2 tablespoons cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water and shake. Add the cornstarch mixture and the remaining 1 1/2 cups of water to thicken the sauce. Strain mixture through a fine-sieved colander.
  • To prepare steaks:.
  • Season steaks with seasoning mixture.
  • Grill steaks on both sides or broil to desired doneness.
  • While steak is grilling, in a skillet, heat the 2 tablespoons butter, the 2 cups of ancho sauce and the mushrooms until the mushrooms are softened.
  • Add cream to mushroom mix and simmer just until warmed.
  • Pour mushroom sauce mixture over steaks and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1077.3, Fat 77.5, SaturatedFat 30.2, Cholesterol 196.8, Sodium 411, Carbohydrate 19.2, Fiber 2, Sugar 5.3, Protein 42.9

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality filet mignon steaks: Look for steaks that are at least 1 inch thick and have a good amount of marbling. This will ensure that the steaks are tender and flavorful.
  • Season the steaks generously: Before cooking, season the steaks liberally with salt and pepper. You can also add other seasonings, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or dried herbs.
  • Sear the steaks in a hot skillet: Sear the steaks in a hot skillet over high heat for 2-3 minutes per side. This will create a nice crust on the outside of the steaks while keeping the inside tender and juicy.
  • Transfer the steaks to the oven: After searing the steaks, transfer them to a preheated oven and cook them until they reach the desired doneness. The cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of the steaks and how well you want them to be cooked.
  • Make the smothered sauce: While the steaks are cooking, make the smothered sauce. This is typically made with mushrooms, onions, and a creamy sauce. You can also add other vegetables, such as bell peppers or tomatoes.
  • Pour the sauce over the steaks: Once the steaks are cooked, pour the smothered sauce over them. Serve immediately.

Conclusion:

Smothered filet mignon is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for special occasions. By following these tips, you can make sure that your smothered filet mignon turns out perfectly every time. So next time you're looking for a special meal to impress your friends or family, give smothered filet mignon a try.

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