Filet Mignon with Garlic Herb Butter
This cozy homemade filet mignon with garlic herb butter delivers tender, juicy steak with a rich, comforting finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, it is perfect for an easy dinner that feels special yet simple.
Equipment
- Cast iron skillet Oven-safe
- Meat thermometer For accurate doneness
- Mixing bowl For herb butter
Ingredients
- 2-4 8-ounce filet mignon steaks, about 1 1/2 inch thick
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- to taste fresh ground pepper
- for garnish fresh chopped parsley
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Remove steaks from the refrigerator and let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat. Add olive oil and butter. Once melted and foaming subsides, add steaks. Sear 2 minutes per side until browned.
- Transfer skillet to oven and cook 7-8 minutes or until desired doneness. Use a thermometer if needed.
- Mix softened butter, rosemary, thyme, and garlic until combined. Roll in plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm.
- Remove steaks from oven. Top with slices of garlic herb butter and rest 5 minutes. Garnish with parsley and serve with pan juices.
Notes
Let steaks rest before and after cooking for the most tender texture. Garlic herb butter can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 3 days. Slice before serving for family-style dinners.
Nutrition
Calories: 951kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 61gFat: 77gSaturated Fat: 36gPolyunsaturated Fat: 33gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 304mgSodium: 641mgFiber: 1g
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