Filet Mignon with Savory Bacon Cream Sauce

Ingredients Needed

• 4 (4 ounce) filet mignon (beef tenderloin)

• 1 teaspoon olive oil

• 3 slices bacon, chopped

• 1 tablespoon butter

• 4 shallots, diced

• ¼ cup half-and-half cream

• salt and pepper to taste

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the cooking surface.

2. Brush the filets with olive oil, then grill them to your preferred level of doneness (about 4 minutes per side for medium-rare). An instant-read thermometer should show 130°F (54°C) at the center. Once done, remove the steaks and cover with foil to rest.

3. While the steaks are resting, prepare the sauce. In a small pan, cook chopped bacon over medium heat, stirring occasionally until crisp, about 3-5 minutes. Add butter and shallots, cooking for another 5 minutes until the shallots are soft and translucent.

4. Pour in half-and-half, bring to a simmer, and stir occasionally until the sauce thickens slightly, about 8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, and spoon the sauce over the steaks before serving.

Helpful Hints

If preferred, you can cook the filets in a hot skillet instead of grilling them for a different flavor.

Nutritional Information (per serving)