Filet Mignon With Merlot Sauce Recipe
Ingredients
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Directions
- Boil wine, chicken broth and beef broth in heavy large saucepan over high heat till mix is reduced to 2 c., about 1 hour. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.)
- Mix butter and flour in small bowl. Heat 1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle steaks with salt and cracked pepper. Saute/fry steaks till medium-rare, about 4 min per side. Transfer to plate.
- Add in shallots, garlic and thyme to skillet; stir 30 seconds. Add in 1 1/2 c. reduced wine mix to skillet (reserve remainder for another use). Bring mix to boil, scraping up any browned bits. Add in butter mix and whisk till smooth. Boil sauce till thick sufficient to coat spoon, about 2 min. Serve steaks with sauce.
- This recipe yields 6 servings.