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Pan-Seared Filet Mignon Bordelaise

Pan Seared Filet Mignon Bordelaise
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I can’t believe Christmas is just over a week from now!!!  I think I’m in denial, but ready-or-not, here it comes!  With my South Florida family, our big celebration happens on Christmas Eve.  We start with an early mass, followed by hors d’oeuvres and cocktails at my grandparents’ house, then dinner and finally — opening presents.  For a large group we usually have a prime rib or leg of lamb, but this year with a smaller gathering, I thought we’d get some beautiful filet mignons and top them with an outrageous sauce.  On our menu: Pan-Seared Filet Mignon Bordelaise — with sautéed mushrooms!!!

 

mushrooms melting butter

Christmas Eve culminates the weeks of shopping, prepping, planning, decorating, wrapping and cooking — and I really want to enjoy it… not be tied to the stove the whole day.  So, this dish takes advantage of a sauce that can be (and should be) prepared ahead of time (maybe even a few days before)!

 

filet mignon seasoning filet mignon

The steaks get seared  and finished in the oven just before you’re ready to sit down to dinner.  It’s quick, easy and so satisfying.

 

searing filet mignon

The beauty of this dish is that the ingredients themselves are the star.  Really good steaks from your butcher, a liquid-gold Bordelaise Sauce and golden sautéed mushrooms.  The pan seared filet mignon is cooked first in butter and finished  off in the oven.  Frankly, I think pan-seared and oven-roasted is the best way to cook filet mignon – it’s consistent, simple and flawless — and it will make any meal feel like a special occasion!  

 

searing steak in a hot pan

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Pan Seared Filet Mignon with Bordelaise sauce and mushrooms on a plate.

Serving filet mignon with bordelaise and a glass of red wine.

 

 

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Pan Seared Filet Mignon Bordelaise

Pan-Seared Filet Mignon Bordelaise is perfect for entertaining! Make the sauce ahead of time and sear the steaks at the last minute! 
Course Main Course
Cuisine French
Keyword beef, christmas dinner
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 224kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter divided
  • 8 ounces button mushrooms sliced
  • 4 - 1 1/4 filet mignons 1"-1 1/2" thick
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup Bordelaise Sauce from this site prepared ahead of time

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 450°.
  • Take the steaks out of the refrigerator about half an hour before cooking them.
  • In an ovenproof heavy skillet or cast iron pan, melt one tablespoon butter over medium high heat. Add the sliced mushrooms saute until they've given up their liquid and started to brown. Transfer the mushrooms to a bowl and set aside. (Can be made ahead).
  • Season both sides of the steaks with salt and pepper. In the same skillet, heat the remaining tablespoon of butter over high heat until foamy and add the steaks to the skillet. Sear the meat on one side for about 2 minutes. Use a pair of tongs to flip the steaks. Cook for an additional 1 1/2 to 2 minutes (for medium rare), then transfer to the hot oven and cook for 2-3 more minutes for medium rare. Remove the skillet from the oven and transfer the steaks to a cutting board or serving platter to rest for five minutes before serving.
  • While the steak rests, heat the bordelaise sauce and stir in the mushrooms. Spoon the sauce over the steaks and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 224kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 1526mg | Potassium: 180mg | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 175IU | Vitamin C: 1.2mg | Iron: 2.2mg

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  1. Mindy Fewless says

    August 22, 2017 at 4:01 PM

    This sounds amazing and that steak looks so juicy!

    Reply
  2. Amy @ The Cook Report says

    August 22, 2017 at 2:29 PM

    This looks incredible! Steak is such a treat

    Reply
  3. Alicia Taylor says

    August 22, 2017 at 2:11 PM

    This recipe is right up my husband’s alley. Everywhere we go, he’s asking for sauce for his steaks – and they never have it.

    Reply
  4. Nadja | Nashi Food says

    August 22, 2017 at 2:05 PM

    That filet mignon looks so juicy and tender! What a great Christmas Eve dinner alternative, or even any other special occasion.

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      August 22, 2017 at 3:11 PM

      Definitely special occasion worthy, Nadja!

      Reply
  5. maria long says

    August 22, 2017 at 2:01 PM

    What a fancy dinner. I hope to make this when the weather gets cooler

    Reply
  6. CookingOnTheWeekends (@cookingweekends) says

    December 20, 2016 at 6:49 PM

    Okay, this looks seriously amazing! So delicious! Christmas, or anytime!

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      December 20, 2016 at 8:26 PM

      It really is! Christmas or anytime!

      Reply
  7. Debra C. says

    December 16, 2016 at 7:06 PM

    This is exactly how I enjoy a fillet mignon, with salt & pepper and served up with sautéed mushrooms, fabulous!!! Next time I will try your sauce too, yum!!

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      December 16, 2016 at 7:38 PM

      OMG – the sauce MAKES IT!

      Reply
  8. Sarah @ Champagne Tastes says

    December 16, 2016 at 6:28 PM

    I like that you get to eat this ahead of time AND christmas eve! What a gorgeous piece of meat!

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      December 16, 2016 at 6:40 PM

      Well, you know — research…

      Reply
  9. withsaltandwit says

    December 16, 2016 at 5:56 PM

    Best steak ever! Maybe I will surprise my hubby with this for dinner soon!

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      December 16, 2016 at 6:39 PM

      You’ll definitely win brownie points for this!

      Reply
  10. Tracy | Baking Mischief says

    December 16, 2016 at 5:36 PM

    Oh, this looks SO good. And what a beautiful, perfectly cooked steak! Off to check out your Bordelaise Sauce recipe now, because it sounds amazing. 😉

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      December 16, 2016 at 6:39 PM

      Thank you Tracy! This is exceptional — I hope you’ll agree!

      Reply
  11. Katrina says

    December 16, 2016 at 12:07 PM

    If we were here for Christmas this year, I would be a very happy girl with this meal. Yum! I’m sorry we will miss it!

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      December 16, 2016 at 2:40 PM

      Me too, Katrina!

      Reply
  12. J at BlessHerHeartYall.com says

    December 16, 2016 at 11:04 AM

    So here I am ….. drooling! This looks so amazingly juicy and tender and savory. I want to come over when you are making this next time! 🙂

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      December 16, 2016 at 11:15 AM

      Come on over!!!

      Reply
  13. Platter Talk says

    December 16, 2016 at 10:59 AM

    What’s not to fall in love with this entree? Looks so, so good and bordelaise is the best with filet.

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      December 16, 2016 at 11:14 AM

      Bordelaise IS the BEST!

      Reply
  14. Karen Kelly (@seasonalcrav) says

    December 16, 2016 at 10:45 AM

    Your photos are absolutely gorgeous. I want to reach right in and grab a bite. I may have to try this for Christmas Eve after we go to mass. It’s so fancy and looks delicious! Have a great holiday!

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      December 16, 2016 at 11:14 AM

      Thank you, Karen! My taste testers all agreed that they want this for Christmas Eve! Yay — success!

      Reply
  15. Katie | Healthy Seasonal Recipes says

    December 16, 2016 at 10:45 AM

    I love the sound of your Christmas eve tradition. These steaks are incredible looking! I am totally craving one now.

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      December 16, 2016 at 11:09 AM

      Everyone’s got their Christmas rituals, right Katie?

      Reply
  16. Jessy @ The Life Jolie says

    December 16, 2016 at 10:28 AM

    Now THAT is a gorgeous sear! Now I want a nice, juicy steak 🙂

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      December 16, 2016 at 11:09 AM

      Thanks, Jessy!

      Reply

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