Filet Mignons with Walnut Pesto Recipe

Name: Filet Mignons with Walnut Pesto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup walnut halves; 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tbsp chopped tarragon; 2 tbsp chopped parsley; 1 1/2 tsp red wine vinegar; 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 6 filet mignons, about 6 oz (175g) each; Olive oil, for brushing

Servings: persons

1 cup walnut halves
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp chopped tarragon
2 tbsp chopped parsley
1 1/2 tsp red wine vinegar
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 filet mignons, about 6 oz (175g) each
Olive oil, for brushing

1
To make the walnut pesto, toast the walnuts in a 350F (170C) oven for 10 minutes.
2
Let cool.
3
Transfer to a food processor and add the Parmesan, garlic, tarragon, parsley, and vinegar.
4
With the machine running, add the oil to make a coarse paste.
5
Season with salt and pepper.
6
Heat a ridged frying pan over high heat.
7
Lightly brush the steaks with oil and season with salt and pepper.
8
Cook the steaks in the pan for about 3 minutes on each side for medium-rare.
9
Transfer to dinner plates and serve hot, with a dollop of the walnut pesto.

789

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 1 cup walnut halves, 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 2 tbsp chopped tarragon, and more.

Yes, Filet Mignons with Walnut Pesto 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 Mignons with Walnut Pesto

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