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Fillets Mignons with Roquefort Chives Sauce

This Fillets Mignons with Roquefort Chives Sauce is a luxurious treat! Perfectly seared beef paired with a creamy, bold sauce.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 4 pieces fillet mignon (8-ounces each, 2 inches thick)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Fleur de sel
  • 2 tablespoons coarsely cracked pepper
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (at room temperature)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 ounces Roquefort cheese (crumbled)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives (chopped)

Equipment

  • Cast iron skillet or heavy-bottom pan
  • Instant-read thermometer
  • Whisk
  • Cutting Board
  • Sharp Knife

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Start by taking your fillet mignons out of the refrigerator. Allow them to come to room temperature for about 30 minutes.
  2. Rub each fillet with olive oil, then sprinkle both Fleur de sel and coarsely cracked pepper on all sides.
  3. Heat your cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the fillets in the pan. Sear for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare.
  4. Once cooked to your liking, transfer the fillets to a cutting board and cover loosely with aluminum foil. Let them rest for about 5-10 minutes.
  5. In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the heavy cream. Use a whisk to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  6. Stir in the crumbled Roquefort cheese, salt, and ground pepper. Continue to whisk until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened, about 3-4 minutes.
  7. Remove the sauce from the heat and stir in the fresh chives.
  8. Slice the fillets if desired and plate them. Drizzle the Roquefort chives sauce generously over the top.

Notes

  • Allow fillets to reach room temperature before cooking for even cooking.
  • Use an instant-read thermometer for perfect doneness.
  • Store leftovers separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days.