Mignon with Creamy Mushroom Sauce

Here’s a recipe for Mignon with Creamy Mushroom Sauce:

Ingredients:

For the Mignon:

• 4 beef tenderloin filets (about 6 oz each)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter

For the Creamy Mushroom Sauce:

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 8 oz cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
• 1/2 cup white wine or beef broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

Cooking the Mignon:

1. Prepare the Filets: Season the beef tenderloin filets generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper on both sides.
2. Sear the Filets: Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the filets and sear for about 3-4 minutes on each side, depending on your preferred level of doneness (3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, 5-6 minutes for medium). Once done, remove the filets from the skillet and set aside, keeping them warm.

Making the Creamy Mushroom Sauce:

1. Sauté the Onions and Garlic: In the same skillet, add the butter and melt over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until softened and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
2. Cook the Mushrooms: Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook until they release their moisture and begin to brown, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Deglaze the Pan: Pour in the white wine (or beef broth) to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let it simmer until the liquid reduces by half.
4. Add the Cream and Mustard: Stir in the heavy cream and Dijon mustard. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer until it thickens, about 5 minutes. Add the thyme leaves and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Serving:

1. Plate the Filets: Place the cooked beef filets on serving plates.
2. Add the Sauce: Spoon the creamy mushroom sauce generously over each filet.
3. Garnish: Garnish with fresh parsley.

Serve the Mignon with Creamy Mushroom Sauce alongside roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad. Enjoy your delicious and elegant meal!