Elegant Filet Mignon with Creamy Peppercorn transforms premium beef into a restaurant-worthy masterpiece. Tender filet mignon gets a perfect sear before finishing in the oven, then luxuriates in a rich brandy cream sauce studded with briny green peppercorns. Pair with a full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon or smooth Malbec—both complement the steak’s richness and enhance the peppercorn’s bold bite.
Complete this sophisticated dinner with French Onion Potatoes that mirror the sauce’s creamy elegance, and add Balsamic Steak Gorgonzola Salad with Grilled Corn for a fresh contrast that won’t compete with your perfectly cooked filet’s starring role.
Elegant Filet Mignon with Creamy Peppercorn
Perfectly seared filet mignon in a luxurious brandy peppercorn cream sauce—elegant enough for special occasions yet simple enough for weeknight indulgence.
4
servings30
minutes40
minutes300
kcal1
hour10
minutesIngredients
4 oz filet mignon steaks
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
1 cup heavy cream
2 tbsp brandy
2 tbsp green peppercorns in brine
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 fresh parsley, chopped
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the filet mignon steaks dry with paper towels and season each side with salt and black pepper.
- In a large ovenproof skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the steaks for 3-4 minutes on each side until brown crust forms.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast the steaks for 5-8 minutes, or until they reach the desired doneness.
- Carefully remove the skillet from the oven and place the steaks on a plate to rest. Meanwhile, drain excess oil from the skillet.
- Return the skillet to medium heat. Add brandy and simmer the liquid until almost evaporated, stirring with a wooden spoon.
- Pour in heavy cream, add green peppercorns and Dijon mustard, stirring constantly. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until creamy and slightly thickened.
- Return the steaks to the skillet to coat them with the sauce. Serve immediately, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.
Nutrition Facts
- Total number of serves: 4
- Calories: 250kcal
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 620mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Calcium: 60mg
- Iron: 2mg
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