FILET MIGNON WITH MUSHROOMS AND CREAMY MADEIRA SAUCE

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This is a wonderful steak recipe. You can omit the cayenne if desired, my family loves spicy so I add it in.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Steak

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 tablespoons butter, divided
2 tablespoons oil, divided
1 lb white button mushrooms, thinly sliced (can use less)
1/2 cup minced shallot, divided (about 3 shallots)
1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic (or to taste)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme (or use 1 teaspoon dryed)
4 (5 ounce) filet mignon steaks (about 3/4-inch thick)
1/2 cup madeira wine
1 1/2 cups beef broth
1/2 cup whipping cream
1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet melt 3 tablespoons butter with 1 tablespoon oil.
  • Add in the sliced fresh mushrooms and saute until they release their liquid and are tender (about 10-12 minutes).
  • Add in 1/4 cup shallots and garlic; saute for about 3 minutes.
  • Stir in fresh thyme and season with salt and pepper; transfer to a bowl.
  • Add in another 2 tablespoons butter with 1 tablespoon oil to the same skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Season the steaks with salt and pepper, then add to skillet and cook until desired doneness (about 3 minutes per side for medium-rare).
  • Add in the remaining 1/4 cup shallots to the skillet; saute for 2 minutes, then add in Maderia and beef broth, then bring to a boil, simmer uncovered until REDUCED to about 2/3 cup (this should take about 7 minutes).
  • Add in the whipping cream and cayenne (if using) boil until the sauce thickens slightly (about 2 minutes).
  • Add/stir in the mushroom mixture.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Return the steaks to the skillet and cook until heated through (about 1 minute).
  • Transfer to plates and spoon the sauce over.

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