TEIXEIRA'S PAN-SEARED BACON WRAPPED FILET MIGNON
This is a basic recipe to make bacon wrapped fillet. The searing keeps the meat moist while baking. Note: I prefer a local uncured, applewood smoked bacon. Choose based on preference but try to select a more meaty cut if possible.
Provided by Thevenin
Categories Meat
Time 17m
Yield 4-6 filets, 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
- Trim the perimeter of the fillets to remove the large segment of fat that's usually present. Be very careful not to remove any meat. When complete, the entire fillet should be considered edible without further trimming based on your (guest's) preference.
- Cut the fillets into small, round steaks 2-3" in diameter. Each fillet should yield 2 to 3 fillets.
- Add the butter to a 12", oven safe skillet and begin to melt over low heat.
- Tightly wrap each fillet with one slice of bacon, pinning the bacon to the fillet where the bacon overlaps itself with a single toothpick.
- Add a small dash of salt and pepper to taste on top of each fillet. Flip and repeat.
- Increase the heat under the skillet to medium and then add the fillets.
- Cook for two minutes to sear the meat. Flip the fillets and sear the other side for 1-2 minutes. If possible, very gently nudge the fillets against the edge of the pan just enough to make contact to help sear the bacon during this time. DO NOT squeeze the fillets!
- (Optional) Add just a few crumbles of blue cheese to the top of each steak. Don't overdo this; blue cheese is strong and not the centerpiece of this dish.
- Immediately remove the entire skillet and place it in the oven for 7-10 minutes. This can vary depending on the thickness of the steaks (assumes about 1") and wellness preference. I prefer to err on the side of rare for these small steaks. You can always heat them further.
- Remove the skillet from the oven and allow the fillets to sit for 2 minutes before you move them. This allows time for the juice to re-absorb.
- Gently remove the steaks from the skillet, and then the toothpicks from the steak. Serve immediately.
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Adri Mario
[email protected]I highly recommend this recipe! The bacon-wrapped filet mignon is a delicious and impressive dish.
Derrick Betts JR
[email protected]This is one of my favorite recipes. The bacon-wrapped filet mignon is always a hit with my family and friends.
Anger Gaming
[email protected]I made this recipe for my husband's birthday, and he loved it! The bacon-wrapped filet mignon was cooked perfectly and the sauce was rich and flavorful.
Duft Fudf
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The bacon-wrapped filet mignon was tender and juicy, and the sauce was delicious.
Jacob Keiler
[email protected]I've tried several bacon-wrapped filet mignon recipes, and this one is by far the best. The bacon adds a perfect amount of flavor and the meat is always cooked to perfection.
Annabella Gordon
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for special occasions. The bacon-wrapped filet mignon is always a hit.
Jax Mell
[email protected]I love this recipe! The bacon-wrapped filet mignon is always a crowd-pleaser.
Malshan Sadaruwan
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The bacon-wrapped filet mignon was cooked perfectly and the sauce was rich and flavorful.
Joanne Eves
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times, and it always turns out great. The bacon-wrapped filet mignon is always juicy and flavorful, and the sauce is delicious.
walli mohammad
[email protected]This bacon-wrapped filet mignon recipe was a hit at my last dinner party! The bacon added a delicious smoky flavor to the tenderloin, and the whole dish was cooked to perfection.