Tournedos Au Poivre Et Champignons(Filet Au Poivre W/Mushrooms)

1. 1

   Mash peppercorns with a mallet or the back of a heavy pan.

2. 2

   Press each side of the fillets into the cracked peppercorns and let the beef stand about an hour to absorb the flavor.

3. 3

   Heat the butter and add the beef and sear about 8 minutes per side for rare, 10 for medium, 12 for well done.

4. 4

   Remove the steaks to a platter and allow to rest.

5. 5

   Add cognac to the pan and heat for just a few seconds and then set ablaze.

6. 6

   Option 1: Boil the liquid about a minute then stir in additional butter, salt and cream.

7. 7

   Bring to a boil, reduce heat, add mushrooms and saute till mushrooms are soft.

8. 8

   Pour over fillets and sprinkle with parsley.

9. 9

   Option 2: Skip the cream (but it's better with).

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.