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Filet Mignon with Peppercorn Sauce

Filet Mignon with Peppercorn Sauce: Gourmet at Home!

This Filet Mignon with Peppercorn Sauce recipe is a quick and gluten-free gourmet experience for any dinner.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 2 steaks
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Steak
  • 2 pieces Filet Mignon A tender cut of beef
  • 1 tablespoon Fennel Mustard Peppercorn Steak Rub or Coarse Salt & Cracked Black Pepper For seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil For searing
  • 2 tablespoons Salted Butter For rich sear
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Shallots Minced for sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Green Peppercorns Drained for balanced taste
  • 1/4 cup Cognac Can substitute with brandy
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream For richness
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard For tanginess
  • 1 teaspoon Coarse Salt To taste

Equipment

  • cast iron skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep the steaks by patting them dry and seasoning both sides. Let rest for 20 to 30 minutes.
  2. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and butter, then sear the steaks for 3 to 4 minutes per side.
  3. Make the sauce by sautéing shallots, adding green peppercorns, then deglazing the pan with Cognac.
  4. Finish the sauce by stirring in heavy cream and Dijon mustard. Let simmer until thickened.
  5. Serve the steaks with the creamy sauce on top, pairing with roasted vegetables or salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1steakCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 45gFat: 45gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Allow resting time for optimal tenderness. Use a hot skillet for searing the steaks.

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