Prep Time:  5 mins
Cook Time:  8-10 mins
Total Time:  15 mins
Servings:  2
fresh filet mignon steak on cutting board with salt and herbs

Get ready to treat your taste buds to the ultimate delight with this Filet Mignon recipe. We're talking about a top-notch cut, perfectly seared and bursting with mouthwatering flavors. The perfect cut of steak for a romantic date night, every bite practically melts in your mouth.

Ingredients

  • 2 Each Filet Mignon
  • ¼ Cup olive oil
  • 2 tsp coarse salt
  • 2 tsp fresh cracked black pepper
  • 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 Sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 Sprigs fresh rosemary

Items You'll Need

Instructions

  1. Allow Filet Mignons to come to room temperature while you preheat your cast iron skillet in the oven to 450°F.
  2. Coat fillets with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper, rub in the seasoning on both sides.
  3. Remove your preheated skillet from the oven and place over a burner set to high. Coat skillet with remaining olive oil.
  4. Lay fillets in the pan, and add Thyme and Rosemary sprigs.
  5. While fillets sear, baste top side with Sprigs of Thyme and Rosemary.
  6. Once the bottom side of the steak has a nice sear and caramelization, loosen with a spatula and gently flip to the other side with tongs. Baste second side with herb sprigs.
  7. Sear for 1-2 minutes, until second side is seared, and transfer to a 450°F oven. Finish the steaks in the oven for 4-8 minutes depending on your desired doneness.
  8. Plate the steaks, and top with a knob of butter and a fresh sprig of thyme or rosemary.
  9. Allow the steaks to rest at least 5 minutes to retain maximum juices.
  10. Serve, and enjoy!