Center Cut Filet Recipe
The most tender and delicious cut, served with bearnaise sauce.
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Ingredients
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Filet Mignon
Bearnaise Sauce
Method
Preparing the Filet Mignon
- 1
Season the Steaks
Sprinkle the center cut filet mignon pieces generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- 2
Sear the Steaks
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil. Once hot, add the seasoned filets and sear for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness is reached.
- 3
Rest the Steaks
Remove the filets from the skillet and let them rest on a plate for at least 5 minutes.
Making the Bearnaise Sauce
- 4
Prepare the Shallots
Finely chop the shallots and place them in a small saucepan with the white wine vinegar and 1 tablespoon of water. Simmer over low heat until the liquid is reduced by half.
- 5
Melt the Butter
In another saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat until completely liquid and hot.
- 6
- 7
Finish the Sauce
Stir in the fresh tarragon, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to taste. Keep warm until ready to serve.