Filet Mignon with Red Wine Reduction

This elegant filet mignon is seared to perfection and served with a rich red wine reduction sauce. The combination of tender beef and the deep flavors of red wine creates a luxurious dining experience. Perfect for special occasions or a gourmet dinner at home!
This recipe is french style, dinner, scaled for 4 servings, with 15 min prep and 20 min cook.
Prep: 15 min · Cook: 20 min · Total: 35 min · Serves: 4
Quick cooking notes
- Core ingredients include black pepper, filet mignon, salt, shallots.
- Follow all 12 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
- Ingredient quantities listed below are for 4 servings.
Ingredients
- 1 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)
- 4 pieces filet mignon (about 6 oz each)
- 1 tsp salt (to taste)
- 2 tbsp shallots (finely chopped)
- 2 tbsp butter (cold, cut into pieces)
- 1 cup red wine (preferably Cabernet Sauvignon)
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for searing)
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season the filet mignon pieces with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the filet mignon for about 3-4 minutes on each side until browned.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 6-8 minutes for medium-rare, or until desired doneness.
- Remove the skillet from the oven and transfer the filet mignon to a plate to rest.
- In the same skillet, add the chopped shallots and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Pour in the red wine and beef broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- Bring the mixture to a boil and reduce to a simmer, allowing it to reduce by half.
- Remove from heat and whisk in the cold butter until melted and the sauce is glossy.
- Stir in the chopped fresh thyme and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the filet mignon drizzled with the red wine reduction sauce.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 40 g
- Fat: 28 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.
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