Spiced Filet Mignon With Mushrooms

1. 1

   preheat oven to 400 put shiitakes and hot water in a small bowl, soak for 20 minutes.

2. 2

   remove shiitakes, reserve water.

3. 3

   stem and slice.

4. 4

   in a skillet heat 2 tbsp oil.

5. 5

   add crimini, garlic, shallots, shiitake, saute 5 minutes.

6. 6

   add wine and 1/2 c mushroom soaking liquid.

7. 7

   simmer until reduced to 1/2 cup, about 5 minutes add beef stock, reduce to 1 1/2 c, 6 minutes.

8. 8

   set aside.

9. 9

   in a small pan toast mustard seeds until they begin to pop.

10. 10

    cool slightly and grind.

11. 11

    mix with 5 spice powder, salt and pepper to taste.

12. 12

    sprinkle over filets.

13. 13

    heat remaining oil in a skillet, add filets and cook for 2-3 minutes per side.

14. 14

    transfer to a baking dish and place in oven until done, 5 minutes for medium rare.

15. 15

    meanwhile add the sauce to the filet skillet,bring to a simmer and whisk in butter 1 tbsp at a time.

16. 16

    season with salt and pepper, serve sauce over filet mignon.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.