Enjoy a homemade gourmet meal that captures rich, seasonal flavors in every bite. The filet mignons are perfectly seasoned and seared to create a delicious crust while remaining tender inside. Complemented by earthy roasted vegetables and a rich sauce of caramelized apples and onions, this delightful meal for two is perfect for a cozy evening in together.
Brought to you by @mainely_flour
Servings: 2
Ingredients:
- (2) 8oz Signature Filet Mignons, thawed
- Salt and pepper
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed
Roasted Vegetables
- 2 large carrots, peeled
- 2 large parsnips, peeled
- 1 large sweet potato, peeled
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh sage
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme
- 1 tsp chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
Caramelized Apple-Onion Sauce
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 2 medium apples (Granny Smith and/or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and diced
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 3/4 cup apple cider or apple juice
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- Pat filet mignons dry, season generously with salt and pepper, and let rest at room temperature for 1 hour. Preheat the oven to 400°F about 15 minutes into the resting.
- Cut carrots, parsnips, and sweet potato into 1” pieces. In a large bowl, combine vegetables with olive oil, herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 30-35 minutes, turning halfway, until tender and golden.
- When vegetables are nearly done, heat butter and oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until foaming. Add steaks, garlic, and herb sprigs. Sear steaks for 3 minutes on each side, continuously spooning the juices over them to prevent the butter from burning.
- Remove aromatics, then transfer the skillet to the oven for about 5 minutes for medium-rare (adjust for desired doneness). Let the steaks rest on a cutting board.
- While steaks are in the oven, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat and add onions. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to caramelize.
- Stir in diced apples and cook for 3 minutes. Stir in brown sugar and cook undisturbed for 2 minutes, then stir and cook another 2 minutes.
- Add apple cider and simmer over low heat until reduced by half, about 3 minutes. Stir in heavy cream and simmer for 1 minute. Blend in a food processor or blender until smooth, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Spread about 1/4 cup of apple-onion sauce on each plate. Top with sliced filet and place vegetables alongside. Garnish with a sprig of thyme and serve with additional sauce if desired.
