Garlic and Red Wine Filet Mignon

By Bonnie T

Ingredients

• Garlic and Red Wine Filet Mignon
• PREPARATION TIME: 25 minutes
• 4 6-ounce filet mignon portions, each ~2 inches thick
• 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
• salt to taste
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 4 oz white mushrooms, thinly sliced
• 1/2 bottle red wine (cabernet sauvignon)

Details

Servings 4

Preparation

Step 1

Slice into each filet lengthwise, creating a small pocket. Stuff each pocket with the
equivalent of 1 clove of garlic, and season filets with salt. Mix olive oil and vinegar,
and brush liberally over each filet.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear filets for 2 minutes per
side. Remove filets from skillet; add mushrooms and cook for 3–4 minutes, or until
soft. Push mushrooms to the edges of the pan, and return filets. Add the wine, cover,
and simmer for 10 minutes for filets that are medium done.