Filet Mignon

Directions

1. 1
   Allow the meat to sit to almost room temp, approximately 10 to 20 minutes before cooking.
2. 2
   Preheat pan on high and coat the pan lightly with oil.
3. 3
   Sear the meat (cook on one side until releases then flip) and then turn down heat to medium.
4. 4
   Using a thermometer, check the internal temperature of the filet.
5. 5
   Once internal temperature reaches 130-140F for a medium rare the filet mignon, remove from heat, let sit five minutes slice and enjoy.
6. 6
   Season with salt and pepper, if desire.
7. 7
   Notes: Lightly seasoning with salt before searing helps bring out another level of flavor to the meat.
8. 8
   Resting the meat a few minutes before slicing helps to maintain the juices.