Filet Mignon with Asparagus
Elevate your dinner table with this luxurious Filet Mignon with Asparagus recipe—a perfect balance of succulent, seared steak and tender, zesty asparagus. This dish features perfectly seasoned filet mignon steaks, pan-seared to golden-brown perfection and basted with garlic-infused butter and fresh thyme before being roasted to your desired doneness in the oven. Paired with lemon-kissed roasted asparagus, this meal offers a harmonious blend of rich, buttery flavors and bright, tangy notes. For an extra touch, a sprinkle of Parmesan adds a savory finish to the asparagus. Ready in just 30 minutes, this gourmet meal for two brings restaurant-quality dining right to your home, making it an excellent choice for a romantic dinner, special occasion, or indulgent weeknight treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces (6-8 ounces each) Filet mignon steaks
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 cloves (minced) Garlic
- 2 sprigs Fresh thyme
- 1 pound (trimmed) Asparagus spears
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons (grated, optional) Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Pat both sides of the filet mignon steaks dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.
In a large oven-safe skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
Sear the steaks in the skillet, about 2-3 minutes per side, until a golden-brown crust forms.
Add butter, minced garlic, and thyme sprigs to the skillet. Carefully spoon the melted butter over the steaks to baste them.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast the steaks for 4-6 minutes for medium-rare, or adjust the cooking time based on your preferred doneness. Use a meat thermometer to ensure proper cooking: 130°F (54°C) for medium-rare, 140°F (60°C) for medium.
Remove the skillet from the oven and transfer the steaks to a plate to rest for 5 minutes, loosely covered with aluminum foil.
While the steaks are resting, prepare the asparagus. Toss the trimmed asparagus spears with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Arrange the asparagus in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast in the same oven for 6-8 minutes until tender yet slightly crisp.
Optional: Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the asparagus right after removing it from the oven for added flavor.
Serve the filet mignon steaks alongside the roasted asparagus and enjoy your elegant meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1582 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.6 g | 124% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.9 g | 174% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 475 mg | 158% | |
| Sodium | 2867 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.6 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.0 g | ||
| Protein | 153.4 g | 307% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 251 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 23.4 mg | 130% | |
| Potassium | 2721 mg | 58% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
