Filet Mignon With Tarragon Food

PERFECT FILET MIGNON RECIPE

Steps:

• Remove your filet mignon from the fridge about 30 minutes before cooking to bring it to room temperature. (This will ensure even cooking.)
• Mash together half of the butter (1 tablespoon, 14 g), rosemary, thyme, and garlic. (Sprinkle in a little sea salt if using unsalted butter.) Form into a log and refrigerate until the last step.
• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (204 degrees C).
• Trim any connective tissue around the edges of the beef tenderloins. Season the filets liberally with sea salt and black pepper on both sides.
• Heat the cast iron skillet over medium-high heat, until the skillet is very hot. Melt the remaining butter (1 tablespoon, 14 g) in the skillet.
• Add the filets. Sear for 2 minutes on each side, without moving them around.
• Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake to desired level of doneness. (I recommend medium rare.) For a 2 in (5 cm)thick filet, that is 5 minutes for rare, 6 minutes for medium rare, 7 minutes for medium, or 8 minutes for medium well. Use a meat thermometer to check for the right temperature - 120 degrees F (52 degrees C) for rare, 130 degrees F (54 degrees C) for medium rare, 140 degrees F (60 degrees C) for medium, and 155 degrees F (68 degrees C) for medium well. The temperature will rise by another 5 degrees F while resting (see next step).
• Remove the filets from the oven and transfer to a plate. Top each with 1/2 tablespoon (7 g) of herb butter (slice the log of herb butter into four parts and put one on each steak). Let the steaks rest for 5 minutes before cutting.

SLOW-ROASTED FILET OF BEEF AND BASIL PARMESAN MAYONNAISE

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 275 degrees. Use an oven thermometer to be sure your oven temperature is accurate.
• Place the filet on a sheet pan and pat it dry (all over) with paper towels. Brush the filet all over with the oil, reserving about half a tablespoon. Sprinkle it all over with the salt and pepper (it will seem like a lot but believe me, it makes a difference). Place the tarragon branches around the beef, tying them in 4 or 5 places with kitchen twine to keep them in place, and then brush the tarragon with the reserved oil.
• Roast the filet of beef for 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours, until the temperature registers 125 degrees in the center for rare and 135 degrees for medium-rare. Cover the filet with aluminum foil and allow to rest for 20 minutes. Slice thickly and serve warm or at room temperature with Basil Parmesan Mayonnaise.
• Place the egg yolks, lemon juice, Parmesan, mustard, basil, garlic, 1 tablespoon salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper in a food processor fitted with the steel blade. Process for 20 seconds, until smooth. Combine the vegetable oil and olive oil in a 2-cup liquid measuring cup. With the processor running, slowly pour the oil mixture through the feed tube to make a thick emulsion. Taste for seasonings -- the mayonnaise is a sauce so it should be highly seasoned. Store in the refrigerator until ready to use; it will keep for up to a week.

FILET MIGNON WITH TARRAGON BUTTER

Steps:

• Rub steaks with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes.
• Heat medium skillet over medium-high heat. For rare steak, cook filets until instant thermometer reads 130 degrees, about 10 minutes, turning once (for filets cooked to a greater doneness, turn down heat and increase cooking time). Transfer to serving plate and tent loosely with aluminum foil.
• Place pan on medium heat; melt butter until it begins to brown slightly, scraping up any browned bits. Add garlic, and cook until fragrant, about 15 seconds. Add tarragon, swirling to blend. Pour sauce over steaks. Serve immediately.

FILET MIGNON WITH TARRAGON BUTTER

Steps:

• There's come controversy whether the Filet Mignon is the "king of steaks" or not. It's certainly among the priciest cuts, and the most tender, but critics says that with that tender texture, comes a loss of flavor. I say I understand both points of view; I'd also say that having to choose a favorite cut, is like asking a mom to choose a favorite child....so, why not love them all. When I do cook filet mignon, one of techniques I like to employ, is the use of a compound (or Maitre'd) butter. In this version, I use some tarragon to create a tarragon compound butter, and smother it over the steak after it's cooked. Tarragon is the primary herb in a béarnaise sauce, and goes magnificently with steaks. Hope you enjoy it as much as I do!! RECIPE FOR FILET MIGNON WITH TARRAGON BUTTER Ingredients for Filet with Tarragon butter (for 2) 2 8oz to 10oz Filet Mignon steaks 3 tablespoons butter; at room temperature 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh tarragon Salt & pepper Recipe Overview and Keys to Success To make the best filet mignon with tarragon butter, just make sure to do the following: Cooking the steak is easily the most important part of this recipe. I urge you to check out my Five Rules for the Perfect Steak and How to Pan Roast Steaks (of course you can do this on the grill as well). Make sure you season the filet well; use a very hot pan (or grill) to get a good sear, and watch the doneness For the tarragon butter, I think you need to use fresh tarragon. The texture and flavor of dried just isn't the same, and the compound butter really needs fresh Making Filet Mignon with Tarragon Butter You should make the tarragon butter (up to a day in advance) first Allow the butter to come up to room temperature in a small bowl Finely chop about a tablespoon worth off fresh tarragon - you don't need to be exact with the measurements Combine the chopped tarragon and the butter together and mix until incorporated If you're using immediately, you can simply leave out. If you're making it in advance you can wrap and refrigerate for up to a day, or freeze for a couple weeks; once done we cook the steak Pre-heat your oven to 425 degrees Season your steaks with salt and pepper, and allow them to come up to room temperature prior to cooking Heat a heavy bottomed pan over the burner until it is slightly smoking; or get your grill super hot Coat the steaks in oil (I use olive oil), and lay them in the hot pan; you should hear a very loud sizzle. If you don't, remove the filets and allow the pan to get hotter Allow the steaks to sear on that side without touching them for 3 - 5 minutes; depending on the thickness of the steak with the thicker filets going longer Turn the steaks over, and allow them to sear on the other side (again, no touching) for another 2 - 4 minutes; again depending on the thickness Move the whole pan (filet's and all) into your hot oven, and cook for another 2 - 4 minutes or until the steak are at the desired doneness sFor an average size filet mignon (2 - 3 inches thick) the minimum times will get you to about med-rare As the butter melts and the tarragon gets exposed to the heat from the steak you'll get that beautiful aroma wafting up. You can use this same technique with just about any herb you'd like. Serve it up with your favorite sides, and you're good to go. Leave me a comment and let me know how it goes.

THE PERFECT FILET MIGNON

Steps:

• Pat the steaks dry, then sprinkle with 2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon pepper. Firmly press the seasoning into the meat.
• Heat the oil in a medium stainless steel skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking, about 2 minutes. Add the steaks and cook until a golden crust forms, about 2 minutes. Flip with tongs and cook until golden on the second side, about 2 minutes (see Cook's Note). Flip again and cook for 2 minutes. Flip once more and add 4 tablespoons of the butter and the thyme and garlic. Let cook, undisturbed, until the butter stops foaming, 1 to 2 minutes. Tilt the pan slightly so the butter pools and spoon it over the steaks. Continue to cook the steaks, basting constantly, until they are medium rare and an instant-read thermometer inserted in the center registers 118 degrees F, 3 to 4 minutes.
• Transfer the steaks to a plate to rest. Discard the garlic, thyme and fat from the skillet, but do not wipe out the browned bits.
• Place the same skillet over medium heat and add the shallots and 1 tablespoon butter. Cook, scraping up the browned bits with a wooden spoon, until softened, about 2 minutes. Remove the skillet from the heat and add the brandy. Return the skillet to the heat and continue to cook over medium until the skillet is dry, being careful as it may ignite, about 2 minutes. Add the wine and cook until the liquid reduces by half, about 3 minutes. Add the beef stock and bring to a boil. Whisk in the remaining 3 tablespoons butter, 1 tablespoon at a time. Add salt and pepper to taste.
• To serve, slice the steak, spoon the sauce over the top and sprinkle with the chives.

FILET MIGNON WITH TARRAGON

Steps:

• heat oil in saucepan, add shallots and cook for 3 minutes.
• add stock, wine and brandy, reduce until thickened, 5 minutes.
• add cream, reduce until 3/4 c, set sauce aside melt butter in skillet, add garlic, saute 1 minute.
• add spinach, cook until wilted, tossing, about 2 minutes, set aside in another skillet heat oil, add tenderloins and cook until med rare, about 5 mins per side (i like mine cooked longer).
• divide spinach between 4 plates, top each with a filet.
• add sauce back to pan, stir in mustard and tarragon, add salt& pepper to taste, pour over steaks.

SUMMER FILET OF BEEF WITH BEARNAISE MAYONNAISE

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 275 degrees F. Line a sheet pan with aluminum foil.
• Dry the entire tenderloin with paper towels and brush it all over (top and bottom) with the butter. Sprinkle it all over with 4 teaspoons of salt and 2 teaspoons of pepper. It will seem like a lot but trust me, it's important.
• Place the filet on the sheet pan and roast it for 1 to 1 1/4 hours, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the end of the beef registers 130 degrees F for medium rare. Remove from the oven, cover tightly with aluminum foil, and allow to rest at room temperature for 15 minutes. Discard the foil and allow to sit at room temperature.
• Meanwhile, place the shallots, 3 tablespoons of tarragon, the wine, and vinegar in a small saucepan and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat. Boil for 5 minutes, until only 1 tablespoon of liquid remains. Set aside to cool for 15 minutes.
• Place the egg yolks, lemon juice, mustard, 2 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper in the bowl of a food processor fitted with the steel blade and process for 10 seconds. With the processor running, slowly pour the vegetable oil and olive oil through the feed tube to make a thick emulsion. Add the shallot reduction and the remaining tablespoon of tarragon leaves and pulse to combine. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
• Slice the filet of beef between 1/4 and 1/2 inch thick, sprinkle with salt, and serve warm, at room temperature, or cold with the béarnaise mayonnaise on the side.

FILET MIGNON WITH BLENDER BEARNAISE

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
• Take the beef tenderloin and drizzle with olive oil. Season well all over with plenty of kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper all over. Make sure it is at room temperature before cooking. Place a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat on the stove top and sear tenderloin all over. Place the whole pan in the oven and roast the tenderloin for 15-17 minutes (depending on how thick your tenderloin is). An instant-read thermometer when inserted into the thickest part of the meat should read 130 degrees F for medium-rare. If you want it medium, cook for a further 3 minutes in the oven. Remove from the oven and tent with foil while you let it rest for 10 minutes before cutting.
• Make the bearnaise reduction first. In a small saucepan, combine half of the tarragon, shallots, vinegar and wine over medium-high heat. Bring to a simmer and cook until reduced by half. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
• Blend yolks and bearnaise reduction together in a blender. With the blender running, add 1/3 of the butter in a slow steady stream. Once it emulsifies, turn the blender speed up to high and add the remaining butter. Add the remaining half bunch of fresh tarragon leaves, season with salt and pepper and give it 1 more buzz. Set aside in a warm spot to hold the sauce.

REVERSE-SEAR FILET MIGNON (OR RIBEYE FILET)

Steps:

• Season the steak on both sides with the salt and place on a rack set inside a sheet pan for 10 minutes at room temperature while you preheat your oven.
• Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F.
• Insert a probe thermometer horizontally through the side of the steak and roast the steak until it reaches an internal temperature of 120 degrees F, about 30 minutes (see Cook's Note). Remove the steak from the oven and rest uncovered for 10 minutes.
• Meanwhile, place a 12-inch cast-iron pan over high heat until it reaches at least 600 degrees F, about 10 minutes. (You'll know you're close when a half teaspoon water dropped into the middle of the pan is completely evaporated in 5 seconds).
• Brush a very light coat of peanut oil onto both sides of the steak. Sear steak on each side for 1 minute.
• Rest the steak on a rack 5 minutes, and then slice diagonally against the grain to serve.

BAKED FISH WITH TARRAGON

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350°F.
• Place lemon slices on bottom of large baking pan.
• Place fish on top of lemons.
• Pour melted butter over vish.
• Sprinkle with chives and tarragon.
• Cover with crushed crackers.
• Salt and pepper to taste.
• Bake for 20-30 minutes or until fish is done.

FILET MIGNON IN A GREEN PEPPERCORN SAUCE

Steps:

• Heat butter and oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
• Season filets with salt and pepper.
• Saute 5 minutes per side for rare (10 min for medium).
• Transfer to a heated platter and keep warm.
• To make the sauce, add brandy to same skillet.
• Set aflame, shaking pan until flame dies.
• Add shallots and stir on high heat for 2 to 3 minutes.
• Rinse green peppercorns in cold water.
• Drain and chop.
• Add to pan with cream, mustard, and tarragon.
• Boil on high heat 2 to 3 minutes, stirring until sauce thickens.
• Add juice from filets.
• Pour sauce over filets and serve.