Ina Garten Filet Mignon in Oven Recipe
If you want a fancy steak at home, this Ina Garten Filet Mignon in Oven Recipe is perfect. The steak comes out juicy and tender.
Ingredients
- 2 filet mignon steaks 6 oz each
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic smashed
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 tsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
Preheat your oven
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Make sure your oven is hot before cooking.
Season the steaks
- Pat steaks dry with paper towel. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
Heat the skillet
- Heat an oven-safe skillet over high heat. Add olive oil and heat until hot.
Sear the steaks
- Place steaks in skillet. Sear for 2 minutes on each side.
Add butter and garlic
- Add butter, garlic and rosemary to skillet. Spoon melted butter over steaks.
Transfer to oven
- Put the skillet in the oven. Roast for 6–8 minutes for medium-rare.
Check the temperature
- Use a meat thermometer. 130°F is medium-rare, 140°F is medium.
Rest the steaks
- Remove steaks and cover with foil. Let them rest for 5 minutes.
Slice and serve
- Slice the steaks against the grain. Pour the butter sauce over them.
Notes
- Use room temperature steaks for even cooking.
- Pat steaks dry to get a good sear.
- Use a hot skillet for a nice crust.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan.
- Let the steak rest before slicing.