Pan Seared Bison

Directions

1. 1
   Rinse and pat dry your bison steaks.
2. 2
   Evenly season bison with the salt, pepper, and rosemary.
3. 3
   If using a probe thermometer, insert the probe into the thickest portion of the meat, ensuring the probe is centered in the middle of the steak.
4. 4
   In a saute pan over medium-high heat, add the butter and oil.
5. 5
   Allow the butter to melt and for the mixture to get very hot and slightly browned.
6. 6
   Add the steaks to the hot pan and brown on all sides.
7. 7
   Once brown, transfer steaks to an oven-safe pan and bake at 350 degrees F for about 15-20 minutes for medium.
8. 8
   If using a probe thermometer, cook until internal temperature reaches 140 degrees F.
9. 9
   Remove filets from oven and let rest on counter for 5 minutes before serving.
10. 10
    Tip: the butter/oil pan is a great starting place for making a wine sauce for the bison after it is browned!
11. 11
    Reduce your favorite red wine down in the pan with either arrowroot or flour as a thickener.
12. 12
    Finish sauce with butter and serve with bison!