Entrée: United States – Bacon-Wrapped Filet Mignon

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Serving Size: 2

Approximate Time

Prep 10 min

Cook 15 min

Additional 5 min

Total 30 min

Ingredients

4 filet mignon steaks (6–8 oz / 170–225 g each)
4 slices thick-cut bacon
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
2 tbsp (30 g) unsalted butter
2–3 sprigs fresh thyme (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Season steaks with salt and pepper. Wrap one bacon slice around each filet and secure with a toothpick.
2. Heat olive oil in an ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Sear filets 2 minutes per side until browned.
3. Add butter and thyme, spoon butter over steaks for 30 seconds. Transfer skillet to oven and roast 6–8 minutes for medium-rare.
4. Remove from oven, tent with foil and rest 5 minutes. Discard toothpicks and serve.