Pan-Seared Filet Mignon with Cabernet Sauce

7 ingredients
13 steps

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) chilled butter
  • 4 filet mignon steaks (each about 4 ounces)
  • 1/3 cup chopped shallots
  • 2/3 cup Cabernet Sauvignon
  • 1 generous tablespoon drained capers
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley

Directions

  1. 1
    Melt 1 tablespoon butter in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. 2
    Sprinkle both sides of steaks with salt and generous amount of ground black pepper.
  3. 3
    Add to skillet and cook to desired doneness, about 4 minutes per side for medium.
  4. 4
    Transfer steaks to 4 plates.
  5. 5
    Tent with foil.
  6. 6
    Melt 1 tablespoon butter in same skillet over medium-high heat.
  7. 7
    Add shallots; saute 1 minute.
  8. 8
    Add wine, capers, and mustard; simmer until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.
  9. 9
    Stir in parsley.
  10. 10
    Reduce heat to medium-low.
  11. 11
    Whisk in remaining 2 tablespoons butter.
  12. 12
    Season sauce with salt and pepper.
  13. 13
    Spoon over steaks.

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