Reverse Seared Center Cut Filet Mignon Steak

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Yields1 Serving
Prep Time15 minsCook Time30 minsTotal Time45 mins

🌡️ Rest Time: 5–10 min

📝 Ingredients
 2 center-cut filet mignon steaks (1.5–2" thick)
 1 tsp Kosher salt
 1 tsp Fresh cracked black pepper
 2 tbsp neutral oil (avocado or canola)
 2 tbsp butter
 2 garlic cloves (smashed)
 2 sprigs fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
🔪 Instructions
1

Salt steaks generously on all sides. Let rest at room temp for 30–60 min.

2

Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C).

3

Place steaks on wire rack over a baking sheet.

4

Roast until internal temp hits 115°F for medium-rare (about 30 min).

5

Heat cast iron skillet until smoking hot. Add oil.

6

Sear steaks 1 min per side, then quickly sear edges.

7

Add butter, garlic, and herbs. Baste steaks for 30 seconds.

8

Let rest 5–10 min before slicing or serving.

Ingredients

📝 Ingredients
 2 center-cut filet mignon steaks (1.5–2" thick)
 1 tsp Kosher salt
 1 tsp Fresh cracked black pepper
 2 tbsp neutral oil (avocado or canola)
 2 tbsp butter
 2 garlic cloves (smashed)
 2 sprigs fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)

Directions

🔪 Instructions
1

Salt steaks generously on all sides. Let rest at room temp for 30–60 min.

2

Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C).

3

Place steaks on wire rack over a baking sheet.

4

Roast until internal temp hits 115°F for medium-rare (about 30 min).

5

Heat cast iron skillet until smoking hot. Add oil.

6

Sear steaks 1 min per side, then quickly sear edges.

7

Add butter, garlic, and herbs. Baste steaks for 30 seconds.

8

Let rest 5–10 min before slicing or serving.

Notes

🌡️ Rest Time: 5–10 min

Reverse Seared Center Cut Filet Mignon Steak
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