Description
Indulge in a perfectly cooked filet mignon paired with a rich, creamy shallot and peppercorn sauce. This dish combines savory flavors with a touch of elegance, making it ideal for special occasions or a luxurious weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 filet mignon steaks
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup finely chopped shallots
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons green peppercorns
Instructions
- Season the filet mignon steaks generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over high heat.
- Sear the steaks for about 3 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or longer to your desired doneness.
- Remove the steaks from the skillet and let them rest.
- In the same skillet, add shallots and cook until softened.
- Pour in the beef broth and let it simmer for a few minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and green peppercorns.
- Cook the sauce until it thickens slightly.
- Serve the filet mignon steaks with the shallot peppercorn cream sauce on top.
Notes
- For a different flavor, you can substitute the green peppercorns with black or pink peppercorns.
- Adjust the cooking time of the steaks based on your preferred doneness: 2-3 minutes per side for rare, 3-4 minutes for medium-rare, and so on.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes