Filet Mignon with Peppercorn Sauce

Ingredients

• 2 filet mignon steaks (180-225g each) 
  
• 2 Tbsp butter 
  
• 1 Tbsp olive oil 
  
• 1/2 cup beef broth 
  
• 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard 
  
• 1/2 cup heavy cream 
  
• 1 tsp dried thyme (Ground in a FinaMill Dried Herbs+ Pod) 
  
• 1/2 tsp black pepper (Ground in a FinaMill Pepper Pod) 
  
• 1/2 tsp salt (Ground in a FinaMill Everyday Pod) 
  
• 1/2 tsp coarse peppercorns (Ground in a FinaMill Pepper Pod, open to a coarse setting) 

Instructions

1. Season: Season filet mignon with salt, black pepper, and dried thyme.
   
2. Sear steaks: Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Sear steaks for 3-4 minutes per side (for medium-rare) or until desired doneness.
   
3. Rest: Remove steaks from the pan and let them rest for 5 minutes to retain juices. 
   
4. Start sauce: In the same pan, melt butter and add beef broth, Dijon mustard, and crushed peppercorns. Bring to a simmer.
   
5. Thicken sauce: Reduce heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Continue to simmer until the sauce thickens slightly (about 1 minute).
   
6. Serve: Slice steaks and plate. Spoon sauce generously over steaks and serve.