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Succulent Filet Mignon with Rich Portobello Mushroom Sauce

A dazzling dinner delight featuring perfectly cooked filet mignon paired with a creamy Portobello mushroom sauce for a five-star restaurant experience at home.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Gourmet
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filet Mignon
  • 2 pieces filet mignon steaks (about 1.5 inches thick)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Olive oil (for searing)
For the Rich Portobello Mushroom Sauce
  • 8 oz. Portobello mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 shallot, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Let the filet mignon steaks sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before cooking. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
Searing the Steaks
  1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add a drizzle of olive oil. When the oil is shimmering, place the steaks in the pan. Sear for about 4-5 minutes on each side (for medium-rare) until desired doneness.
  2. Remove the steaks and let them rest while preparing the sauce.
Making the Sauce
  1. In the same skillet, add more olive oil if necessary. Add the shallot and garlic, and sauté until fragrant and softened, about 2 minutes.
  2. Add the sliced Portobello mushrooms and cook until soft and golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Pour in the beef broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Allow to reduce by half.
  4. Stir in the heavy cream and Worcestershire sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste and simmer for about 5 more minutes until the sauce thickens.
Combining and Serving
  1. Return the steaks to the skillet, smothering them in the rich sauce. Allow to simmer for a minute.
  2. Plate the filets, drizzling more sauce and sprinkling with fresh parsley.

Notes

Allow the steak to rest for juiciness. Feel free to add wild mushrooms or spinach for extra flavor. If the sauce looks lumpy, don't worry; it adds to the charm!