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Pan-Seared Filet Mignon

Mouth-watering juicy filet mignon pan seared to perfection then served with a savory garlic herb compound butter.

Prep Time
2 mins
Cook Time
2 mins
Total Time
14 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 475 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: French , American

Ingredients

  • 4 beef tenderloin filets 6 ounces each
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Optional: Garlic Herb Compound Butter
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Heat a cast iron skillet to medium high and add in the oil and butter. Add salt and pepper to both sides of the steak, then sear for 2 minutes on each side, and resist the urge to move them before then. You want to get a nice sear and avoid them sticking to the pan.
  3. Quickly sear each side of the steaks, then place the steaks in the skillet in the oven and cook for 5-7 minutes for medium rare. I pulled mine out at 125°F on a meat thermometer, and allowed it to rest before cutting into it.
  4. The temperature can increase by about 5°-10°F from the residual heat as it's resting. If you cut into it (or any meat) too soon, without allowing it to rest, you run the risk of the juices running out, instead of redistributing. So do not skip this step, the wait will be well worth it, I promise!
  5. As the steaks are resting, you can add a disc of the optional Garlic Herb Compound Butter over the tops so it can slowly start to melt. Or you can top with a pad of regular butter instead.

Notes

  • Cooking times will vary according to how you like your steak:
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  • *See post notes for the rate temperatures/doneness cooking chart.
  • 4-5 minutes for rare
  • 5-7 minutes for medium rare
  • 6-7 minutes for medium
  • 8-9 minutes for medium well
  • 12-14 minutes for well done

Nutrition Information

Calories 475kcal (24%) Protein 33g (66%) Fat 37g (57%) Saturated Fat 15g (75%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 475

% Daily Value*

Calories 475kcal 24%
Protein 33g 66%
Fat 37g 57%
Saturated Fat 15g 75%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.