Filet Mignon In Mushroom Wine Sauce

Directions

1. 1
   In a nonstick frying pan, saute shallots and mushrooms in 1 tbsp butter for about 4 mins, til tender.
2. 2
   Add 1/2 cup of red wine and 3 fl. oz consomme. Simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
3. 3
   Remove the mushrooms from sauce, set aside.
4. 4
   Boil sauce over high heat until reduced to 1/4 cup.
5. 5
   Combine sauce with mushrooms in bowl. Set aside.
6. 6
   Sprinkle filets with pepper to taste. Saute steaks in remaining 1 tbsp butter over medium heat, about 3 minutes per side for a 1-inch thick steak.
7. 7
   Reduce fire to medium-low heat; cook steaks until desired level of doneness, about 10-15 minutes for medium rare. Remove from pan, keep warm.
8. 8
   Add the rest of the red wine and beef consomme to the skillet. Bring to a boil. Boil for one minute.
9. 9
   Add mushroom/sauce mixture, add cornstarch & soy sauce, and the thyme. Boil one minute, stirring constantly, until thickened.
10. 10
    Place steaks on plate and pour sauce over. Garnish with fresh thyme.