Chilled Fillet of Beef with Sour Cream Recipe

Name: Chilled Fillet of Beef with Sour Cream
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 pounds beef, filet mignon trimmed; 1 x salt to taste; 1 x black pepper to taste; 4 tablespoons butter ivided; 1 each carrots finely chopped; 1 each leeks white part only, finely chopped; 1 each celery stalks finely chopped; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 clove garlic minced; 3/4 pound bacon cut into 1 inch pieces; 1/4 pound mushrooms sliced; 1 tablespoon onions grated; 1 1/2 cups sour cream; 2 teaspoons horseradish; 1 tablespoon parsley leaves finely chopped; 1 teaspoon thyme; 1 teaspoon chervil

Servings: persons

4 pounds beef, filet mignon trimmed
1 x salt to taste
1 x black pepper to taste
4 tablespoons butter ivided
1 each carrots finely chopped
1 each leeks white part only, finely chopped
1 each celery stalks finely chopped
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 clove garlic minced
3/4 pound bacon cut into 1 inch pieces
1/4 pound mushrooms sliced
1 tablespoon onions grated
1 1/2 cups sour cream
2 teaspoons horseradish
1 tablespoon parsley leaves finely chopped
1 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon chervil

1
Season beef with salt and pepper.
2
Dot with 2 tablespoons butter.
3
Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in small roasting pan.
4
Add carrot, leek and celery.
5
Saute over low heat 8 minutes.
6
Place beef in pan.
7
Bake in preheated 500 degree F oven 25 minutes.
8
Cool in pan juices 1 hour.
9
In medium skillet, heat oil and garlic.
10
Cook 1 minute.
11
Add bacon.
12
Saute until barely crisp.
13
Drain on paper towels.
14
Drain all but 3 tablespoons drippings.
15
Add mushrooms.
16
Cook over moderate heat 3 to 5 minutes.
17
Remove, drain and set aside.
18
Place cooled meat on cutting board, pouring pan juices into bowl.
19
Add remaining ingredients to pan juices, blending well.
20
Add bacon and mushrooms.
21
Taste for seasoning.
22
Cut wedge 1 inch wide and 1inch deep along top length of beef.
23
Remove long triangular wedge.
24
Spoon stuffing evenly into cavity, filling with about 3 tablespoons of stuffing.
25
Replace wedge.
26
Chill.
27
To serve, cut beef into 3/4 inch slices.
28
Accompany with remaining stuffing.

1935

kcal

Calories

145

Fat

Carbs

154

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 pounds beef, filet mignon trimmed, 1 x salt to taste, 1 x black pepper to taste, 4 tablespoons butter ivided, and more.

Yes, Chilled Fillet of Beef with Sour Cream falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chilled Fillet of Beef with Sour Cream

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