Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsJoe's American Bar & GrillFilet Mignon Recipe

Filet Mignon Recipe

Time1h
Serves1

8 oz, herb butter, choice of side

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Choice of Side

Method

Preparing the Herb Butter

  1. 1

    Make the Herb Butter

    In a medium bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter, chopped parsley, chopped thyme, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.

  2. 2

    Form the Butter

    Place the herb mixture onto a sheet of plastic wrap. Roll it into a log shape and twist the ends to seal. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.

Cooking the Filet Mignon

  1. 3

    Prepare the Steak

    Take the filet mignon out of the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before cooking. This allows for even cooking.

  2. 4

    Season the Steak

    Pat the steak dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper.

  3. 5

    Cook the Steak

    Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the filet mignon and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare (adjust time for desired doneness).

  4. 6

    Add Herb Butter

    During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of the prepared herb butter on top of the steak and allow it to melt.

  5. 7

    Rest the Steak

    Remove the filet mignon from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Preparing the Side

  1. 8

    Prepare the Asparagus

    While the steak is resting, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). In a bowl, toss the trimmed asparagus with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.

  2. 9

    Roast the Asparagus

    Spread the asparagus on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.

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