Description
An easy, comforting recipe for filet mignon topped with a rich creamy mushroom shallot sauce, perfect for beginner cooks looking for a touch of luxury at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 filet mignon steaks (about 6–8 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced (cremini, baby bella, or white button)
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup beef broth (low-sodium preferred)
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme or parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon butter (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
- A splash of Worcestershire sauce (optional)
- Freshly grated Parmesan (optional)
Instructions
- Bring the steaks to room temperature for 20–30 minutes. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Generously season both sides of the filet mignon with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steaks and sear for 3–4 minutes on each side.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast for 5–7 minutes for medium-rare to medium.
- Remove the steaks from the oven and let them rest for 5–10 minutes.
- In the same skillet, sauté the shallot for 1–2 minutes, then add the mushrooms and cook until browned.
- Deglaze with beef broth, scraping up browned bits and let reduce for 2–3 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and herbs, simmer until thickened, about 3–5 minutes. Stir in butter if desired.
- Slice the rested steaks and serve topped with the creamy mushroom shallot sauce.
Notes
Use a thermometer for best results to ensure perfect doneness and avoid overcrowding the pan when searing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking & Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: filet mignon, creamy mushroom sauce, easy steak recipe, date night dinner