Description
Achieve restaurant-quality medium-rare filet mignon with this easy oven-baked method that combines a hot sear and a gentle finish.
Ingredients
- 2 filet mignon steaks (6–8 oz each), 1.5–2 inches thick
- 1 tbsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 275°F (135°C) and prepare an oven-safe skillet.
- Pat the steaks dry and season with kosher salt and black pepper. Let rest for 30 minutes.
- Heat the skillet over high heat until smoking hot, then add avocado oil.
- Sear the steaks for 2 minutes per side until a dark brown crust forms.
- Reduce heat to medium, add butter, garlic, and thyme, then baste the steaks for 1 minute.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 8–12 minutes until internal temperature reaches 125–128°F.
- Remove the steaks from the oven, tent loosely with foil, and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For a flavor twist, swap thyme for rosemary or add blue cheese butter when resting. Use an instant-read thermometer for accuracy.