Filet Mignon with Béarnaise brings white-tablecloth elegance straight to your dining room. These butter-tender steaks get a perfect sear before roasting to rosy perfection, then crowned with velvety Béarnaise sauce infused with fresh tarragon and shallots. This timeless French pairing deserves a bold Cabernet Sauvignon or structured Malbec—wines with enough backbone to stand up to the rich sauce while complementing the beef’s luxurious texture.
Make this a steakhouse-worthy spread with Creamy Mashed Potatoes as the perfect canvas for extra Béarnaise, or add sophistication with Spinach Mushroom Orzo on the side. For more upscale beef experiences, our Savory Garlic Butter Ribeye delivers similar indulgence, while Mediterranean Steak Bowl offers a lighter but equally impressive steak dinner.
Filet Mignon with Bearnaise Sauce
Buttery filet mignon crowned with rich tarragon Béarnaise—steakhouse luxury made simple at home.
4
servings15
minutes30
minutes850
kcal45
minutesIngredients
4 pieces filet mignon
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
0.25 cup white wine vinegar
0.25 cup shallots
3 tablespoons fresh tarragon
3 large egg yolks
0.5 cup unsalted butter
to taste chopped chives
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Heat a heavy oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
- Season the filets mignons with salt and black pepper on both sides and sear them in the hot skillet for 2-3 minutes per side.
- Transfer the skillet with the steaks to the oven and roast until they reach desired doneness, about 5-10 minutes for medium rare.
- Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine white wine vinegar, shallots, and 2 tablespoons of tarragon. Simmer until reduced by half.
- In a double boiler, whisk together egg yolks and reduced vinegar mixture. Gradually whisk in melted butter until thickened.
- Season the Béarnaise sauce with salt, remaining tarragon, and a touch of black pepper to taste.
- Remove the steaks from the oven, allow them to rest for a few minutes, then top with chives and Béarnaise sauce before serving.
Nutrition Facts
- Total number of serves: 4
- Calories: 850kcal
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 620mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Calcium: 60mg
- Iron: 2mg
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