Elegant Filet Mignon with Creamy Peppercorn Sauce
Elevate your dining experience with this Elegant Filet Mignon with Creamy Peppercorn Sauce, a dish that transforms any meal into a luxurious occasion. This gourmet beef recipe features tender filet mignon paired with a rich, creamy sauce infused with peppercorns, making it perfect for date nights, celebrations, or impressing guests. With straightforward preparation steps, even novice cooks can achieve restaurant-quality results. Serve it alongside your favorite vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes for a complete and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 filet mignon steaks (6 ounces each)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 shallot, finely diced
- 2 teaspoons crushed black peppercorns
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 3 cups low-sodium beef stock
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
Instructions
- Prepare the creamy peppercorn sauce by melting butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add shallots and sauté until softened. Stir in garlic and crushed peppercorns, cooking briefly until fragrant.
- Whisk in flour, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce; cook for one minute before gradually adding beef stock while whisking to avoid lumps. Bring to a boil and then simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes. Add heavy cream and simmer for another five minutes until thickened. Season with salt.
- For the filet mignon, season the steaks with salt and pepper. Heat avocado oil in a cast-iron skillet until shimmering; sear the steaks for 2-3 minutes on each side to develop a crust. Baste with butter and smashed garlic while cooking.
- Let the steaks rest for seven minutes before serving drizzled with creamy peppercorn sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 21 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 52 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg