Best 8 Balsamic Bourbon Filet Mignon Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary masterpiece that combines the richness of filet mignon with the tantalizing flavors of balsamic vinegar and bourbon. This balsamic bourbon filet mignon recipe takes you on a journey of taste sensations, from the tender and juicy steak to the luscious sauce that elevates the dish to a new level of sophistication. Discover the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors as you explore the depths of this delectable meal.

Alongside the main event, this article presents a collection of complementary recipes that enhance the dining experience. Treat your taste buds to a medley of roasted vegetables, each bursting with vibrant colors and flavors. Learn the art of crafting a creamy horseradish sauce that adds a touch of spice and zest to the filet mignon. Elevate your meal with a side of mashed potatoes, their velvety texture providing a comforting foundation for the bold flavors of the steak.

Prepare to tantalize your palate with this comprehensive guide to cooking balsamic bourbon filet mignon. Whether you're a seasoned chef or embarking on a culinary adventure, this article provides all the necessary steps, tips, and tricks to ensure a successful and delectable outcome.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

FILET MIGNON WITH BALSAMIC SYRUP AND GOAT CHEESE



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 28m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 cups balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons butter
6 (5 to 6-ounce) filet mignon steaks (each about 1-inch thick)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 ounces soft fresh goat cheese

Steps:

  • Boil the balsamic vinegar and sugar in a heavy small saucepan over medium-high heat until reduced to 1/3 cup, stirring occasionally, about 18 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, preheat the broiler. Melt the butter in a heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle the steaks with salt and pepper. Cook the steaks to desired doneness, about 3 minutes per side for medium-rare. Transfer the steaks to a baking sheet. Crumble the cheese over the steaks and broil just until the cheese melts, about 1 minute. Sprinkle with pepper.
  • Transfer the steaks to plates. Drizzle the balsamic sauce around the steaks and serve.

FILET MIGNON WITH RICH BALSAMIC GLAZE



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This is an elegant and quick romantic dinner for two. Wonderful served with steamed asparagus and baby red potatoes.

Provided by LINDA W.

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Beef     Steaks     Filet Mignon Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 (4 ounce) filet mignon steaks
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper to taste
salt to taste
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
¼ cup dry red wine

Steps:

  • Sprinkle freshly ground pepper over both sides of each steak, and sprinkle with salt to taste.
  • Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Place steaks in hot pan, and cook for 1 minute on each side, or until browned. Reduce heat to medium-low, and add balsamic vinegar and red wine. Cover, and cook for 4 minutes on each side, basting with sauce when you turn the meat over.
  • Remove steaks to two warmed plates, spoon one tablespoon of glaze over each, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366.6 calories, Carbohydrate 5.7 g, Cholesterol 80.5 mg, Fat 26.2 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 20.3 g, SaturatedFat 10.6 g, Sodium 63.5 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

PERFECT FILET MIGNON RECIPE



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Learn how to cook the best filet mignon perfectly like a steakhouse, pan seared in a cast iron skillet & finished in the oven (with time chart!). This filet mignon recipe is EASY, juicy and flavorful.

Provided by Maya | Wholesome Yum

Categories     Main Course

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tbsp Unsalted butter ((softened, divided))
1/2 tbsp Fresh rosemary
1/2 tbsp Fresh thyme
1 clove Garlic ((minced))
4 8-oz Filet mignon steaks ((at room temperature))
Sea salt
Black pepper

Steps:

  • Remove your filet mignon from the fridge about 30 minutes before cooking to bring it to room temperature. (This will ensure even cooking.)
  • Mash together half of the butter (1 tablespoon, 14 g), rosemary, thyme, and garlic. (Sprinkle in a little sea salt if using unsalted butter.) Form into a log and refrigerate until the last step.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (204 degrees C).
  • Trim any connective tissue around the edges of the beef tenderloins. Season the filets liberally with sea salt and black pepper on both sides.
  • Heat the cast iron skillet over medium-high heat, until the skillet is very hot. Melt the remaining butter (1 tablespoon, 14 g) in the skillet.
  • Add the filets. Sear for 2 minutes on each side, without moving them around.
  • Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake to desired level of doneness. (I recommend medium rare.) For a 2 in (5 cm)thick filet, that is 5 minutes for rare, 6 minutes for medium rare, 7 minutes for medium, or 8 minutes for medium well. Use a meat thermometer to check for the right temperature - 120 degrees F (52 degrees C) for rare, 130 degrees F (54 degrees C) for medium rare, 140 degrees F (60 degrees C) for medium, and 155 degrees F (68 degrees C) for medium well. The temperature will rise by another 5 degrees F while resting (see next step).
  • Remove the filets from the oven and transfer to a plate. Top each with 1/2 tablespoon (7 g) of herb butter (slice the log of herb butter into four parts and put one on each steak). Let the steaks rest for 5 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350 kcal, Carbohydrate 0.2 g, Protein 20 g, Fat 29 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Cholesterol 88 mg, Sodium 57 mg, Fiber 0.04 g, Sugar 0.01 g, UnsaturatedFat 13 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BOURBON BALSAMIC SYRUP



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Consider this a recipe for a classic steak sauce, updated; that's bourbon syrup, made with real ingredients in a flash. Sure, you could buy a sauce at the grocery store, but making it yourself is quicker and tastier. Serve it alongside a grilled rib-eye.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     sauces and gravies

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup bourbon
Salt

Steps:

  • Put the balsamic vinegar and bourbon in a small nonreactive pan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, then immediately lower the heat so the mixture bubbles gently.
  • Cook, stirring occasionally, until the liquid reduces to about 1/2 cup, 15 to 20 minutes; it should coat the back of a spoon and will thicken a little more as it cools. Salt to taste, and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 126, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Protein 0 grams, Sodium 213 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams

BALSAMIC & BOURBON FILET MIGNON



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Oh my, this is the perfect dinner for a special occasion. The steak is tender, buttery, a little tangy, and sweet. But what makes this great is the mushrooms. They are like tiny sponges and soaked up all the flavor of the marinade. This dish is perfection!

Provided by Jennifer H

Categories     Beef

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 oz balsamic vinegar
1 oz bourbon (I used Eastside Distilling Burnside bourbon)
1 oz Worcestershire sauce
4 Tbsp butter, divided in half
2 filet mignon
12-15 cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced
1 Tbsp fresh thyme leaves

Steps:

  • 1. Combine balsamic vinegar, bourbon and Worcestershire sauce in a small bowl.
  • 2. Rinse and pat dry filet mignon and place in a shallow dish. Pour half of the marinade over the steaks (you'll use the other half with the mushrooms), turning to coat.
  • 3. Place in the refrigerator for an hour, turning after 30 minutes. (I cut the steaks in half horizontally to reduce cooking time.)
  • 4. Pre-heat oven to 425 degrees.
  • 5. In a cast iron skillet or other oven-proof pan, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium high heat.
  • 6. Place steaks in the skillet and allow to sear, untouched, 3 minutes. Discard the marinade in the dish the steaks were in.
  • 7. Turn steaks and remove from heat.
  • 8. Place the skillet in the oven for 15-20 minutes, depending on the thickness of the steak.
  • 9. While the steaks finish, melt remaining 2 tbs butter in a saute pan over medium heat.
  • 10. Add mushrooms and saute until soft, 5 minutes. Pour half of the remaining marinade over the mushrooms, add thyme, reduce heat and continue to saute 6-8 minutes.
  • 11. Taste at this point and add more marinade to the mushrooms, for a stronger flavor, if desired.
  • 12. Plate steaks when done. Spoon mushrooms over the top.

PORT WINE BALSAMIC FILET MIGNON



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Years ago, I studied abroad in the beautiful city of Florence, Italy. During my 6 months in Tuscany I didn't have one bad meal--even the gas station food was something special. One evening my friend and I decided to treat ourselves to a beautiful steak dinner (on our parents' dime might I add, "Thanks, Mom!"). When the filet mignon came to the table it was covered in a sauce so dark, thick and luscious it almost looked like dark chocolate. Maybe it was the vino I was drinking but after the first bite I cried, I actually cried. The flavors were everything I wanted in a dish--the perfect balance of buttery, acidic, sweet, savory and umami. It was in that moment that I knew I had to recreate this dish at home. After some research and several taste tests, I got it! Now this dish has become one of my husband's favorites and we enjoy it together every Valentine's Day. It's the perfect date night meal you are sure to enjoy!

Provided by Danielle Sepsy

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 cups ruby port
1/2 cup dry white wine
Two 8-ounce pieces filet mignon (tenderloin steak)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 to 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 sprigs fresh thyme
2 tablespoons quality balsamic vinegar
Microgreens, for serving
1 bunch very thin asparagus, tough ends removed
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 lemon
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring the port and white wine to a boil in a medium saucepan, lower the heat and simmer until the liquid has reduced to 2/3 cup.
  • Sprinkle the steaks with salt and pepper and lightly dust with flour on both sides. Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add the oil and 1 tablespoon of the butter. When the oil is hot, add the steaks to the skillet and top them with a few sprigs of thyme (just to get the essence). Cook for 4 minutes per side, or until they are cooked to your liking (see Cook's Note).
  • Remove the steaks from the pan and set them aside on a plate to rest. Remove the thyme and discard. Add the wine reduction to the same skillet (do not clean the skillet) and bring to a simmer over medium heat, using a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits.
  • Add the balsamic vinegar and simmer until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of the spoon, 2 to 5 minutes.
  • Turn off the heat and whisk in the remaining 2 tablespoons unsalted butter until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Pour the sauce over the steak and garnish with microgreens.
  • For the grilled asparagus: Toss the asparagus with 3 tablespoons olive oil, the juice from 1/2 a lemon and some salt and pepper. Heat a cast-iron grill pan over medium heat. When the pan is hot, grill the asparagus, turning occasionally, until it is tender and lightly charred, about 4 minutes. Season with more salt and a squeeze of lemon. Serve with the steak.

FILET MIGNONS WITH BALSAMIC PAN SAUCE AND TRUFFLE OIL



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DH and I made this recipe for lunch today and thought it was good for a fast and easy to prepare meal. It is from my Williams-Sonoma "Steak and Chops" cookbook. Instead of cooking the steak in a pan as posted, we grilled ours. DH usually adds a small bit of steak fat to the pan he's cooking the sauce in to give it flavor. We used white truffle oil, as the recipe does not specify white or black.

Provided by Dr. Jenny

Categories     Steak

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 filet mignon steaks, 1 1/2 inches thick
salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
truffle oil, for drizzling

Steps:

  • Sprinkle steaks generously with salt and pepper.
  • Coat the bottom of a large, heavy frying pan with olive oil and heat over medium-high heat. Add the steaks and cook to the desired doneness, 3-5 minutes on each side.
  • Transfer to a platter and let rest, tented loosely with aluminum foil, while you make the sauce.
  • In the same pan over medium-high heat, add the vinegar and deglaze by scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Cook until slightly reduced and thickened, about 3 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat. Whisk in the butter to form a smooth sauce.
  • To serve, transfer the steaks to individual plates, top with the sauce, and drizzle with a small amount of truffle oil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94.8, Fat 9.1, SaturatedFat 4.1, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 4.5, Carbohydrate 2.7, Sugar 2.4, Protein 0.1

FILET MIGNON W/BALSAMIC SYRUP & BOURSIN CHEESE



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One of my favorite foods. I've had this at my good friend's house with baked potatoes, asparagus and fresh baked bread. A meal to die for! Delicious! Update -09/15/2009: Since some reviewers have had trouble with the balsamic syrup - I suggest that you don't make the syrup and make a slight glaze with the balsamic vinegar and serve it with the filet mignon and the Boursin cheese & since I can't change the title of the recipe I suggest you do that.

Provided by Manami

Categories     Steak

Time 28m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine
2 teaspoons garlic, sliced
6 (5 -6 ounce) filet mignon steaks (1-inch thick)
salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
3 ounces softened boursin herb cheese spread
fresh parsley, garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler.
  • Boil vinegar and sugar in a heavy small saucepan over medium-high heat until reduced to 1/3 cup, stirring, occasionally, about 18 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, melt the butter or margarine in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat and infuse the butter with garlic, about 1 minute.
  • Sprinkle steaks with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Remove garlic from pan.
  • Cook steaks to desired doneness, about 3 minutes per side, for medium rare.
  • Transfer the steaks to a baking sheet.
  • Crumble the cheese over the steaks and broil just until the cheese melts, about 1 minute.
  • Sprinkle again with pepper.
  • Transfer steaks to plates.
  • Drizzle the balsamic sauce around the steaks, garnish with parsley, and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 519.3, Fat 41.4, SaturatedFat 18.8, Cholesterol 123.8, Sodium 341.2, Carbohydrate 7.9, Sugar 6.3, Protein 27.6

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the quality of your ingredients, the better your dish will taste. Look for grass-fed beef, organic vegetables, and fresh herbs.
  • Don't overcook the steak: Filet mignon is a tender cut of meat that cooks quickly. Overcooking will make it tough and dry.
  • Let the steak rest before serving: Resting the steak allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more tender and flavorful steak.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure the steak is cooked to your desired doneness.
  • Serve the steak with a flavorful sauce, such as the balsamic bourbon sauce included in this recipe.

Conclusion:

This balsamic bourbon filet mignon recipe is an easy and delicious way to prepare a special-occasion meal. The steak is tender and juicy, and the balsamic bourbon sauce is rich and flavorful. This dish is sure to impress your guests. Note: This recipe is for filet mignon, a tender cut of beef from the short loin. If you are unable to find filet mignon, you can substitute another tender cut of beef, such as strip steak or ribeye steak.

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