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Grilled Filet Mignon with a Cognac Reduction
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schedulePrep 0 min
local_fire_departmentCook 0 min
speedmedium
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Source revision: Revision 4613405
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Ingredients
Scale
- 4 filet mignons, 1½ in (4 cm) thick
- 2 tbsp coarsely-ground black pepper
- Kosher salt
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 cup (250 ml) cognac
Directions
- Sprinkle filet mignons with kosher salt on both sides.
- Coat filet mignons with mustard on both sides and press into the black pepper, pressing lightly to help adhesion.
- Grill steaks over high heat for 1 minute per side, then place on a new medium burner until interior temperature reaches 140°F (60°C). Remove and keep warm.
- Place cognac in a small saucepan, and boil over high heat until reduced by ⅓.
- Serve filet mignons with cognac reduction drizzled on top.
