Filet Mignon with Red Wine Sauce

This Filet Mignon with Red Wine Sauce recipe combines the tenderness of filet mignon with the richness of a savory red wine sauce. The Cabernet Sauvignon adds depth of flavor that perfectly complements the beef, making it an ideal pairing for an elegant dinner.

Ingredients:

• 4 filet mignon steaks
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 shallots, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup Cabernet Sauvignon
• 1 cup beef broth
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

Season filet mignon steaks with salt and pepper on both sides

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat

Add filet mignon steaks and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness is reached

Remove steaks from skillet and set aside

In the same skillet, add shallots and garlic

Cook until softened, about 2 minutes

Pour in Cabernet Sauvignon and beef broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet

Simmer until the sauce is reduced by half, about 10 minutes

Stir in butter until melted and sauce is thickened

Return the filet mignon steaks to the skillet, turning to coat in the sauce

Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to warm the steaks through

Serve the filet mignon topped with the red wine sauce and garnished with chopped parsley