Beer-Soaked Gorgonzola-Stuffed Bacon-Wrapped Filet Mignon

By Shaylie

. For this recipe, you'll need to presoak toothpicks.

Ingredients

• 4 (8-ounce) filets mignons, about 2 inches thick
• 1 (12-ounce) can beer
• 3 tablespoons crumbled gorgonzola cheese
• 4 slices bacon olive oil
• salt and freshly ground pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Place the filets in an airtight container, then pour the beer over them. Cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour, turning once.
Remove the filets from the beer, and pat dry. Insert a paring knife into the side of each filet, making an incision halfway in. With a spoon, stuff about 2 teaspoons of gorgonzola into the incision of each filet. Wrap a piece of bacon around the side of the filet, covering the edges, and secure with a wet toothpick. Brush filets lightly with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
Place filets on the grill for 9 to 12 minutes, turning to mark all sides and make the bacon crisp. The filet will be medium rare, and the cheese will be melted inside.
Remove from grill, and let filets rest for 5 minutes before eating.

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