COOKING FILET MIGNON ROAST IN OVEN RECIPES

Steps:

• Filet mignon, or “dainty fillet” is among the most coveted cuts from the cow due its lovely, tender texture and subtle flavor. Despite the title of our dish, filet mignon should not be fully cooked in the oven. I first sear the steak on the stove top, then transfer to the oven to finish. This method is my favorite, due to the crispy outside crust and perfectly cooked center, beautifully rare. The dish is especially good in winter if you can’t get out to grill. Recipe Overview and Keys to Success For the best possible Filet Mignon Cooked in the Oven, follow these tips: Purchase prime meat Don’t buy steaks that appear old or spotty Use a cast iron skillet for initial searing To achieve a good crust, wait until you see ample smoke coming off the pan before adding the steak Bring steaks to about 125° in the oven (for medium-rare steaks) Add maître d' butter (chive and butter) just before serving; a steakhouse trick Ingredients for Filet Mignon Cooked in the Oven 2 filet mignon steaks olive oil salt pepper maître d' butter (optional) Filet Mignon Cooked in the Oven Start with room-temperature meat Season well with salt and pepper Heat pan at medium heat up to the smoke point Add oil and you’ll see a reasonable amount of smoke coming off the skillet Lay down the meat with confidence Avoid touching or flipping to achieve the proper sear Cook on the first side 3-4 mins After flipping, cook on the second side for just 1 minute Move entire pan into pre-heated, 400° oven After approx 6 mins, remove skillet from the oven Use thermometer to judge whether the temperature reached 125°, or use the “feel” technique to assess rareness  Allow filets to rest for 4-5 mins Wine Recommendation for Filet Mignon Cooked in the Oven I wouldn’t go overboard with a robust red to marry with this mild-mannered cut of meat. The simple treatment I used here calls for a relatively light red wine.  Either a soft merlot or a medium-bodied pinot noir would make a nice mate to our steak. One example can be found in the San Simeon Monterey Pinot Noir. Its peppery finish (not typical of a pinot) harmonizes quite well with the pepper used to prepare the filet.

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400°. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil. Season steak with salt and pepper on both sides. When oil is just about to smoke, add steak. Cook until very seared, about 5 minutes, then flip and add butter and rosemary. Baste with butter and cook another 3 to 5 minutes.  Transfer skillet to oven and cook until cooked to your liking, about 5 minutes for medium. Pro tip: Check the temperature of your meat before transferring to the oven to see how far you are from the desired temperature. If you are within 10 degrees, you may need even less time. If your steak isn't done after 5 minutes, check every couple of minutes so you don't risk over cooking.  Remove from pan and let rest 5 minutes before slicing.