Filet Mignon with Balsamic Glaze Recipe
This elegant Filet Mignon recipe features perfectly seared and oven-finished steaks topped with a luscious balsamic glaze. The combination of tender, juicy beef with a sweet and tangy glaze makes for an impressive yet simple meal, ideal for special occasions or a gourmet dinner at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Steak
- Two 8-ounce filet mignon steaks
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil, enough to drizzle
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
Balsamic Glaze
- 1 cup balsamic vinaigrette
- 2 to 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Preheat Oven – Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for finishing the steaks in the oven after searing.
- Prepare Skillet and Steaks – Drizzle a small amount of olive oil and add 1 tablespoon of butter to a medium skillet. Place it over medium-high heat to heat up. Meanwhile, pat dry the steaks with paper towels and season all sides liberally with salt and pepper.
- Sear Steaks – Place steaks in the hot skillet and sear each side for 2 minutes. Continue until all sides are browned. Turn off the stove heat and place 1 tablespoon of butter on top of each steak to add richness.
- Oven Cook Steaks – Transfer the skillet with the steaks into the preheated oven. Bake for about 5 to 7 minutes or until the steaks reach medium rare doneness. Timing may vary slightly depending on oven and steak thickness.
- Make Balsamic Glaze – While the steaks cook, in a separate skillet over medium heat, simmer 1 cup balsamic vinaigrette. Add 2 to 3 tablespoons of brown sugar and stir occasionally for approximately 10 minutes until it thickens slightly. Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons butter; allow the glaze to sit for a few minutes to thicken further.
- Rest and Serve – Remove the steaks from the oven and let them rest for about 5 minutes to redistribute juices, though some may prefer to serve immediately. Pour the balsamic glaze over the filets and serve with your choice of sides like baked potatoes and asparagus. Enjoy your meal!
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to check steak doneness if you prefer precision: medium rare is about 130-135°F.
- Resting steaks after cooking allows juices to redistribute for maximum tenderness.
- You can adjust the sweetness of the glaze by varying the brown sugar amount.
- Balsamic vinaigrette is used as the base for the glaze for convenience; however, traditional balsamic vinegar can be substituted with adjusted sugar for a more intense flavor.
- Be cautious when transferring the skillet to the oven; use oven mitts as handles will be hot.
Keywords: Filet Mignon, Balsamic Glaze, Steak Recipe, Oven Steak, Elegant Dinner
