Ingredients

The following ingredients have 2 Servings
  • 2 6-ounce filet mignon steaks (3/4 inch thick, rested at room temperature)
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil (divided)
  • 2-3 Tablespoons butter
  • 4 ounces assorted sliced mushrooms (baby bella, crimini or mushrooms of your choice)
  • 3 Tablespoons minced shallots or onions ((onions impart a stronger flavor))
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • 1/4 cup Madeira wine ( or red wine of your choice)
  • 3/4 cup beef broth
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1/2 Tablespoon minced fresh)
  • 1/4 cup whipping cream
  • 2 Tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 Tablespoons water
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instruction

  • Pat the steaks dry, rub with 1 Tablespoon olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  • Place the steaks in the skillet and cook to desired doneness; about 5-6 minutes per side for medium-rare (145 F) to (160 F) for medium.
  • Remove steaks to a plate, lightly cover (don't seal) and set aside to keep warm.  Steaks will continue to cook as they rest.
  • In the same skillet, over low heat, add the remaining 1 Tablespoon of olive oil and the butter.
  • When butter is melted, add the mushrooms and saute until mushrooms are tender; about 5 minutes.
  • Add shallots (or onions) and garlic to the skillet and saute for 2-3 more minutes.
  • Transfer the mushroom mixture to a bowl and set aside.
  • Using the same skillet, turn the heat to medium-high and add the wine, beef broth and thyme and bring to a boil, stirring to remove any browned bits at the bottom.
  • Add the whipping cream and bring to a boil. 
  • Combine cornstarch and water in a small bowl until well blended.
  • Add 1 Tablespoon of the cornstarch mixture to the mushroom sauce; stir and cook until slightly thickened, adding more cornstarch mixture, if needed. Thicken sauce to your preference.
  • Return steaks to skillet and cook until just heated through. Check for doneness, if needed.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Place steaks on individual plates and spoon sauce on top.
  • Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes.