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Filet Mignon with Red Wine Sauce

Succulent Filet Mignon with Red Wine Sauce for Your Dinner Party

This Filet Mignon with Red Wine Sauce offers an elegant dining experience that elevates any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 steaks
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Steak
  • 2 pieces Filet Mignon Sourced from a reputable butcher for best flavor
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Red Wine Sauce
  • 1 cup Red Wine High-quality Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Shallots Can substitute with onions
  • 1 cup Beef Stock Homemade is ideal
  • 1 tablespoon Butter For a creamy finish; olive oil is an alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Herbs (Thyme or Rosemary) Use dried herbs at half the amount if needed
To Serve
  • 2 cups Garlic Mashed Potatoes Optional, pairs well with steak
  • 2 cups Roasted Seasonal Vegetables Optional, adds color and flavor

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Filet Mignon with Red Wine Sauce
  1. Season the filet mignon generously with salt and pepper; let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat; melt a tablespoon of butter and sear the filet mignon for 3-4 minutes on each side.
  3. Transfer the filet mignon to a warm plate, cover loosely with foil, and let rest for at least 5 minutes.
  4. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and sauté minced shallots until translucent, about 2 minutes.
  5. Pour in red wine, scraping the bottom of the pan; bring to a simmer and reduce by half, about 4-5 minutes.
  6. Stir in beef stock and fresh herbs, simmer until sauce thickens slightly, about 5-7 minutes; finish with a tablespoon of butter.
  7. Slice the rested filet mignon against the grain, arrange on plates, and drizzle the red wine sauce over each serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1steakCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 45gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 20mg

Notes

Use high-quality ingredients for best results. Allow the steak to rest at room temperature before cooking for even doneness.

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