Filet Mignon With Mushrooms and Madeira Recipe

Name: Filet Mignon With Mushrooms and Madeira
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 12 ounces button mushrooms, thinly sliced; ½ cup minced shallot (about 3); 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme; 20 ounces filet mignon steaks (each about 3/4 inch thick); ½ cup madeira wine; 1 ½ cups canned beef broth; ½ cup whipping cream

Servings: persons

1
Melt 2 tablespoons butter with 1 tablespoon oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat.
2
Add mushrooms and saute until tender, about 10 minutes.
3
Add 1/4 cup shallots and half of garlic and saute until shallots are soft, about 3 minutes.
4
Stir in thyme; season with salt and pepper.
5
Transfer mushroom mixture to medium bowl.
6
Melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter with 1 tablespoon oil in same skillet over medium-high heat.
7
Sprinkle steaks with salt and pepper.
8
Add to skillet and cook to desired doneness, about 3 minutes per side for medium-rare.
9
Transfer steaks to plate.
10
Add remaining 1/4 cup shallots and garlic to same skillet; Saute 2 minutes.
11
Add Madeira and boil until reduced by half, about 3 minutes.
12
Add broth and boil until mixture is reduced to 2/3 cup, about 6 minutes.
13
Add cream and boil until sauce thickens slightly, about 2 minutes.
14
Stir in mushroom mixture.
15
Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper.
16
Return steaks to skillet and cook until heated through, about 1 minute.
17
Transfer to plates.
18
Spoon sauce over and serve.

805

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* 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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 12 ounces button mushrooms, thinly sliced, ½ cup minced shallot (about 3), and more.

Yes, Filet Mignon With Mushrooms and Madeira falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Filet Mignon With Mushrooms and Madeira

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