FILET MIGNON EN PHYLLO AVEC SAUCE MADERE

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This is an impressive variation of beef Wellington. Great for a romantic dinner or dinner party. Prep and cook times approximate.

Provided by keen5

Categories     Steak

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 (6 ounce) beef tenderloin steaks, cut 1 1/4 inch thick, trimmed
salt and pepper
1/3 lb fresh mushrooms, minced
2 ounces cooked ham, ground
3 shallots, minced
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon dry sherry
8 sheets phyllo dough
6 tablespoons butter, melted
1/2 cup beef broth
1/2 cup madeira wine
1 teaspoon bovril beef extract
1/2 lemon, juice of
2 tablespoons butter, softened

Steps:

  • Oil a large heavy skillet and in it sear the fillets over high heat for 1 minute per side.
  • Season with salt and pepper and set aside.
  • In the same skillet saute the mushrooms, ham and shallots, in 2 tablespoons of butter for about 5 minutes.
  • Add the mustard and sherry.
  • Cook and stir a few more minutes to form a moist paste; set aside.
  • Brush 1 sheet of phyllo dough with butter and place another sheet on top.
  • Repeat this three more times, ending up with 4 stacks.
  • On each stack of phyllo, place 2 tablespoons of mushroom mixture in the center and top with 1 fillet.
  • Wrap the phyllo around the fillets and place seam side down on a greased baking sheet.
  • Brush with melted butter and bake at 450°F for 12 minutes or until lightly browned.
  • Meat will be medium rare.
  • For the sauce, blend pan juices from meat with broth, Madeira and Bovril.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat, add lemon juice and let simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove skillet from heat and swirl in butter.
  • Spoon 2 tablespoons of sauce over each fillet and serve.
  • Pour remaining sauce in a sauce boat.

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