The filet mignon is one of the most expensive cuts of meat, so it's important to know how to cook it properly. Here's how...

Sautéed Filet Mignon

  • COOK TIME: 8 m
  • TOTAL TIME: 8 m
  • SERVINGS: 2

INGREDIENTS

  • olive or vegetable oil
  • 12 OUNCE filet mignon steaks 2 filets or boneless strip steaks or rib-eye or sirloin steaks, at least 1-inch thick
  • salt
  • freshly ground black pepper
 

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Heat a large cast iron skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add a little olive oil to the skillet. Place the steaks in the skillet, season them with salt and freshly ground black pepper and cook without turning for 4 minutes. Flip the steaks, season again and cook for another 4 minutes for medium rare, 5 minutes for medium, or longer for well done.
  2. Once the proper degree of doneness has been reached, remove the steaks to a plate and let them rest.
  3. Slice the steaks if desired, or serve whole.
Enjoy, 
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