Jun 08 2026
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Filet Mignon Recipe

Inspired by The Poached Pear
Time40m
Serves2

Tender beef filet served with mashed potatoes.

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Ingredients

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Filet Mignon and Mashed Potatoes

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Potatoes

    Peel and chop the potatoes into quarters. Place them in a pot of cold salted water.

  2. 2

    Bring the water to a boil and cook the potatoes until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

  3. 3

    Mash the Potatoes

    Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add milk, butter, and salt, then mash until smooth.

  4. 4

    Cook the Filet Mignon

    Season the filet mignon with salt and black pepper.

  5. 5

    Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the filet mignon and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare.

  6. 6

    Add butter and garlic to the skillet, basting the meat with the melted butter for the last 2 minutes of cooking.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Plate the filet mignon alongside a generous serving of mashed potatoes.

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