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steak au poivre

A classic French dish featuring juicy filet mignon coated with cracked pepper, served with a creamy cognac sauce.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces fillet mignon steaks 6 to 8 ounces each
  • 0.25 cup crushed peppercorns
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 5 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic whole
  • 1 small shallot finely chopped
  • 0.67 cup cognac
  • 1.5 cups heavy cream
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.25 cup chopped fresh parsley

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Season the filet mignon steaks with salt and press the cracked pepper into both sides. Let sit at room temperature for 20 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the steaks for 6 minutes on each side until well browned.
  3. Add 2 tablespoons of butter, garlic cloves, and thyme to the pan. Cook for 5 minutes, spooning butter over steaks. Check for desired doneness (125°F-130°F).
  4. Remove steaks and set aside. Add remaining butter, shallot, garlic, and cognac to the skillet. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring.
  5. Lower heat and pour in heavy cream, simmer until thickened. Pour sauce over steaks. Garnish with parsley.

Notes

Serve hot with your favorite side dishes.