Filet Mignon a la Marie-Louise Recipe
Description:
This Filet Mignon a la Marie-Louise recipe holds a special place in our hearts, dedicated to our daughter Marie-Louise from years ago, when she was just nine years old. Back then, she was affectionately known as “Mommy’s little helper” in the kitchen, and together, we crafted a memorable ‘romantic dinner’ to celebrate our anniversary. With her delightful assistance, she transformed a simple meal into an unforgettable dining experience for two elated parents! ๐
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour and 15 minutes
- Recipe Category: Weeknight
- Keywords: Less than 4 Hours
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 875.1
- Fat Content: 61.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 28.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 184.7mg
- Sodium Content: 513.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 19.7g
- Fiber Content: 5.2g
- Sugar Content: 5.3g
- Protein Content: 40.2g
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Green beans | 2 cups |
| Asparagus | 1/2 cup |
| Butter | 1/4 cup |
| Garlic | 3 cloves |
| Parsley | As needed |
| White wine | 1 cup |
| Cornstarch | 1 tbsp |
| Water | 2 tbsp |
| Mushroom | 6 |
| Filet Mignon | 2 |
| Red pepper | 1 |
| Beef consomme | 1 cup |
Recipe Instructions:
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Prepare the Vegetables:
- Bring 5 cups of water and 2 teaspoons of salt to a boil in a large saucepan.
- While waiting for the water to boil, wash the green beans and asparagus. Trim the ends of the beans.
- Add the beans to the boiling water, cover, and cook for 8-12 minutes until tender. Then, rinse them under cold water to halt the cooking process. Set aside.
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Cook the Filet Mignon:
- In a frying pan over medium-high heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter.
- Once the butter is hot, add the filets and cook for 3 minutes on each side for a nice sear.
- Season the filets with salt and pepper, then continue cooking until desired doneness is reached (medium-rare takes approximately 7-8 minutes).
- Add the mushrooms, remaining butter, red pepper, garlic, and parsley to the pan. Stir well.
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Prepare the Sauce:
- Remove the cooked filets from the pan and set them aside or keep them warm in a 100ยฐF oven.
- Increase the heat to high and pour in the white wine. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the beef consomme and adjust the seasoning to taste.
- In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to form a slurry. Add this mixture to the sauce to thicken it.
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Final Touches:
- Reheat the green beans and asparagus either in a steamer or by sautรฉing them in the remaining butter.
- Arrange the filets on a serving platter, ladle the sauce over them, and garnish with the prepared vegetables.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the delightful flavors of Filet Mignon a la Marie-Louise! ๐ฝ๏ธ๐ฅฉ
This recipe not only promises a delicious meal but also cherishes the precious memories of togetherness and love shared with our dear Marie-Louise.
