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Filet Mignon with Herb Butter

Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Servings: 3
Author: Viella

Ingredients

Herb Butter Ingredients

  • 6 oz unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp mixture of fresh tarragon fresh thyme, and fresh rosemary - removed from stalks (minced)
  • 1/8 tsp coarse ground salt
  • 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Filet Mignon Ingredients

  • 3 filet mignon steaks approx. 6oz / 2 inch thick
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Drizzle olive oil

Equipment and Utensils

  • Grill pan fry pan or skillet

Instructions

Herb Butter Directions

  • Remove butter from the fridge
  • As mentioned above remove herb leaves from stalks. 2-3 stalks should be fine.
  • Place herb leaves in a food processor or blender and pulse for a few seconds. Don't worry if you make a little too much, you can season the steaks with what is left.
  • Add minced herbs, salt and pepper to butter and mash until ingredients are thoroughly combined.
  • Place herb butter in the fridge while you cook the steaks.

Filet Mignon Directions

  • Season filet mignon steaks with salt and pepper and add any minced herbs not used in the butter.
  • Place pan on high heat and drizzle with olive oil.
  • Once oil is hot, place steaks in the pan and cook to desired temperature, but no more than 7 mins either side.
  • Remove steaks from pan and allow to rest for 4-5 mins before serving.