Filet Mignon with Herb-and-Cheese Potatoes Recipe

Name: Filet Mignon with Herb-and-Cheese Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro; 1/3 teaspoon minced garlic; 1/3 cup finely grated cotija cheese; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste); 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 2 russet potatoes (about 9 ounces each), peeled and cut lengthwise into 1/8-inch-thick slices and again into 1/8-inch-wide strips, set aside in a bowl of cold water; 2 pieces filet mignon (7 ounces and 1 1/2 inches thick each), room temperature; Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper; 1 teaspoon vegetable oil

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1/3 teaspoon minced garlic
1/3 cup finely grated cotija cheese
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 russet potatoes (about 9 ounces each), peeled and cut lengthwise into 1/8-inch-thick slices and again into 1/8-inch-wide strips, set aside in a bowl of cold water
2 pieces filet mignon (7 ounces and 1 1/2 inches thick each), room temperature
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 teaspoon vegetable oil

1
Preheat the oven to 375F.
2
Stir together butter, 1 tablespoon cilantro, and 1/2 teaspoon garlic in a small bowl.
3
Cover; refrigerate until ready to use.
4
Stir together remaining 2 tablespoons cilantro and 1/2 teaspoon garlic, the cheese, and cayenne in a medium bowl; set aside.
5
Brush a rimmed baking sheet with the olive oil; set aside.
6
Drain potatoes; pat dry.
7
Add to bowl with cheese mixture; toss to coat.
8
Arrange potatoes in a single layer on prepared baking sheet.
9
Bake 20 minutes; turn potatoes, and cook until golden, about 20 minutes more.
10
Meanwhile, season both sides of beef with salt and pepper.
11
Heat a medium skillet over high heat.
12
Brush both sides of beef with vegetable oil; place in skillet.
13
Reduce heat to medium-high.
14
Cook beef 7 minutes; turn, and cook until medium-rare, 7 to 8 minutes more.
15
Top each with cilantro butter; serve with potatoes.

199

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened, 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, 1/3 teaspoon minced garlic, 1/3 cup finely grated cotija cheese, and more.

Yes, Filet Mignon with Herb-and-Cheese Potatoes falls under the General 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.

Filet Mignon with Herb-and-Cheese Potatoes

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