Prep Time::10 mins
Cook Time::25 mins
Total Time::35 mins
Servings::4
Yield::4 servings
Ingredients
4 (4 ounce) filet mignon (beef tenderloin)
1 teaspoon olive oil
3 slices bacon, chopped
1 tablespoon butter
4 shallots, diced
ΒΌ cup half-and-half cream
salt and pepper to taste
Directions
Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
Brush filets with olive oil, and cook on the preheated grill to desired doneness (about 4 minutes per side for medium rare). An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 130 degrees F (54 degrees C). Set steaks aside on a platter tented with aluminum foil to rest.
While steaks are resting, prepare sauce. Cook and stir the chopped bacon in a small saucepan over medium heat until bacon pieces are crisp, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in butter and shallots, and cook and stir until shallots are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes more.
Stir in half-and-half, bring mixture to a simmer over medium-low heat, and cook, occasionally stirring, until sauce is slightly thickened, about 8 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper, and serve over steaks.
Tips
You can also cook the filets on a hot skillet instead of grilling them, if you like.