Learn how to cook Filet Mignon perfectly! Nothing is better than a tender cut of steak with a beautiful brown crust and juicy interior.
Prep Time3 minutesmins
Cook Time12 minutesmins
Resting time1 hourhr
Total Time1 hourhr15 minutesmins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Filet Mignon
Servings: 2
Calories: 696kcal
Author: Garnish and Glaze
Ingredients
For the Steaks:
2tablespoonsoil
2filet mignon steaks, 4-6 ounces each
Freshly ground salt and pepper
2tablespoonsbutter
2clovesgarlic, mashed
1sprigthyme
1sprigrosemary
Instructions
Pull steaks out of the fridge, season generously with salt and pepper on both sides and let sit on counter for 40-60 minutes.
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
Heat 2 Tbsp. oil in a cast iron skillet over medium high heat. When oil shimmers, add steaks. Do NOT move them. Allow to sear for 3 minutes and then flip.
Just after flipping the steak, add the 2 Tbsp. butter, 2 cloves garlic, 2 sprigs rosemary, and 2 sprigs thyme to the pan. Keep everything (except for the steaks) moving in the pan to prevent them from burning. Occasionally tilt the pan to scoop and spoon the herb browned butter over the top of the steaks. Keep basting until the second side has cooked for 3 minutes. (If desired, sear sides ~1 minute per side.)
Place the skillet into the middle of the oven and bake. (3-4 minutes for rare, 5 minutes for medium-rare, 6-7 minutes for medium, 8-9 minutes for medium-well, and 12-13 minutes for well done. These times may vary based on thickness of steak.)
Remove steaks from pan and let rest for 5 minutes.