Filet Mignon with Red Wine Sauce Recipe 🍷
Description:
Indulge in the ultimate holiday feast with this exquisite Filet Mignon with Red Wine Sauce recipe. Elevate any special occasion or festive gathering with the rich flavors of tender filet mignon, perfectly complemented by a luscious red wine sauce. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds and impress your guests with this gourmet dish!
- Preparation Time: 5 minutes
- Cooking Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour and 5 minutes
- Servings: 6
Ingredients:
- 3 cups dry red wine
- 3 tablespoons cognac
- 3 shallots, finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 6 cups low sodium beef broth
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 5 filet mignon steaks
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 750.2
- Fat: 56.1g
- Saturated Fat: 22.8g
- Cholesterol: 144.5mg
- Sodium: 679.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 5.1g
- Fiber: 0.1g
- Sugar: 0.8g
- Protein: 33.2g
Instructions:
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Marinate the Steaks: In a large bowl, whisk together the dry red wine, cognac, shallots, garlic, and dried thyme.
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Prepare the Steaks: Divide the filet mignon steaks between two glass baking dishes. Pour the marinade over the steaks, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover the dishes and refrigerate overnight to allow the flavors to meld and infuse into the meat.
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Reduce the Marinade: The next day, remove the steaks from the marinade and pat them dry with paper towels. Transfer the marinade to a large saucepan and bring it to a boil over medium heat. Allow it to boil until it reduces to approximately 1 cup, which should take about 20 minutes.
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Add Beef Broth: Once the marinade has reduced, add the low sodium beef broth to the saucepan. Continue to boil the mixture until it reduces further, to about 1 ¼ cups. This process will take approximately 20-25 minutes. Set the sauce aside.
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Prepare the Steaks for Cooking: If you’re preparing the dish ahead of time, you can cover and refrigerate the sauce for up to 4 hours. Remember to bring the steaks to room temperature before continuing with the cooking process.
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Sear the Steaks: Heat olive oil in two large, heavy skillets over high heat. Season the steaks with salt and pepper, then add three steaks to each skillet. Sear the steaks on both sides until they develop a beautiful golden-brown crust, about 4 minutes per side for medium-rare.
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Cook to Perfection: Reduce the heat to medium-high and continue cooking the steaks to your desired level of doneness. For medium-rare, cook for an additional 4 minutes per side. Adjust the cooking time according to your preference.
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Keep Warm: Once cooked to perfection, transfer the steaks to warm plates and tent them with foil to keep them warm while you prepare the sauce.
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Prepare the Red Wine Sauce: Divide the prepared sauce evenly between the two skillets, pouring it over the browned bits in the pan. Bring the sauce to a boil, scraping up any flavorful bits from the bottom of the skillet.
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Combine and Simmer: Transfer the contents of one skillet into the other, combining the sauces. Bring the mixture to a slow simmer.
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Finish with Butter: Gradually add the butter to the simmering sauce, whisking continuously. Add the butter one piece at a time, allowing each piece to melt before adding the next. This will create a luxurious and velvety texture to the sauce.
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Serve and Enjoy: Spoon the rich and flavorful red wine sauce over the tender filet mignon steaks. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and serve immediately to delight your guests with this gourmet masterpiece.
Serving Suggestions:
- Pair this indulgent Filet Mignon with Red Wine Sauce with your favorite side dishes, such as creamy mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a crisp green salad.
- For a complete holiday feast, serve alongside festive accompaniments like cranberry sauce, roasted chestnuts, and sparkling wine or champagne.
- Don’t forget to savor each bite of this succulent dish, celebrating the joy of the holiday season with loved ones and cherished traditions.
