Few meals feel as special as a perfectly cooked filet mignon. Known for its incredible tenderness and buttery texture, this premium cut of beef is often reserved for celebrations, date nights, or holiday dinners. The good news is that you don’t have to visit an expensive steakhouse to enjoy it. With this Bourbon Filet Mignon recipe, you can create an elegant, restaurant-quality meal right in your own kitchen using simple ingredients and a straightforward cooking method.
The star of this recipe is the rich bourbon pan sauce. As the bourbon cooks, the alcohol evaporates, leaving behind warm notes of caramel, vanilla, and oak that pair beautifully with the savory flavor of the beef. Combined with butter and the flavorful browned bits left in the pan, the sauce adds just the right amount of richness without overpowering the natural taste of the filet. The key to a great filet is keeping the seasoning simple and cooking it just until it reaches your preferred level of doneness, allowing the quality of the beef to shine through. Bourbon is also a popular ingredient in pan sauces because it adds depth and complexity while complementing beef exceptionally well.
This recipe is perfect when you want to make an ordinary evening feel a little more memorable. Serve your Bourbon Filet Mignon with garlic mashed potatoes, roasted asparagus, sautéed mushrooms, or crispy roasted Brussels sprouts for a complete steakhouse-inspired dinner. A warm loaf of crusty bread is also a great addition for soaking up every last bit of that flavorful bourbon sauce.
Don’t let filet mignon intimidate you. With a hot skillet, a few pantry staples, and a reliable meat thermometer, you’ll be surprised how easy it is to cook this impressive cut of beef at home. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply treating yourself to an incredible homemade meal, this Bourbon Filet Mignon is sure to impress. Tender, juicy, and topped with a rich bourbon sauce, it’s a recipe you’ll turn to whenever you want to serve something truly unforgettable.
Bourbon’d Filet Mignon
Bourbon’d Filet Mignon is a steak lovers dream, this quick filet mignon recipe is just for you! Serve with steamed veggies and a salad. If you’re a steak lover, this quick filet mignon recipe is just for you! Try it out with a side of steamed nonstarchy vegetables like asparagus, or a side of sautéed mushrooms.
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- Total Time: 30
Ingredients
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (divided use)
- 1/8–1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
- 4 5-ounce filet mignon steaks (or beef tenderloin), about 3/4 inch thick trimmed of fat
- 1/2 cup strong coffee (or 1/2 cup water and 1 teaspoon instant coffee granules)
- 2 Tablespoons bourbon
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon salt and black pepper evenly over both sides of the beef and let stand 15 minutes. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees.
- Meanwhile, stir the coffee, bourbon, Worcestershire sauce, and 1/4 teaspoon salt together in a small bowl.
- Place a large nonstick skillet over high heat until hot. Coat the skillet with nonstick cooking spray, add the steaks and cook 3 minutes on each side.
- Reduce the heat to medium low and cook the steaks 2-6 minutes longer or until they are done as desired. Place them on individual dinner plates in the oven.
- Add the coffee mixture to the skillet, bring to a boil over high heat, and boil 2 minutes or until the liquid is reduced to 2 Tablespoons. Spoon the sauce evenly over beef and serve immediately.
Notes
- Choices/Exchanges: 4 Lean Protein
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 10
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4