How to cook Filet Mignon to Perfection
A melt in the mouth filet mignon is exceptionally delicious. Its the superb steak for date night, family dinners, and so much more.
Yield: 2 Filet mignon
Materials
- 2 Filet Mignon
- Kosher salt
- Fresh ground black pepper
- 2 Tbsp. Unsalted butter
- 1 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 gloves Garlic crushed
- 2 sprigs Rosemary
- 2 sprigs Thyme
Instructions
- Allow the steak to reach room temperature (20 minutes). Pat the steak dry with a paper towel. Then season well with kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper.
- Preheat the cast iron skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes. Once the skillet is hot, coat the pan with extra virgin olive oil. Add the filet mignon, garlic, rosemary, and thyme to the skillet.
- Sear both sides to perfection (3-8 minutes) and roll the steak around in the pan. Next, add in the butter. Place the herbs on top of the steak. Using a large spoon base the steak with the butter, for roughly 30 seconds.
- Remove the steak from the pan. Allow to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.