Hey there, foodies! Today I’m super excited to share one of my absolute favorite recipes that never fails to impress – a mouthwatering Pan-Seared Filet Mignon with Garlic Herb Butter and Truffle Mashed Potatoes. Trust me, this dish is pure magic and will have your dinner guests thinking you secretly attended culinary school! 😉
Let me tell you, the first time I made this for my husband, he literally couldn’t stop talking about it for days. And honestly? I felt like a total kitchen goddess!
Here’s what you’ll need:
For the steak:
– 2 (6-8 oz) filet mignon steaks
– 2 tbsp olive oil
– Sea salt and fresh cracked pepper
– 4 tbsp butter
– 4 garlic cloves, crushed
– Fresh thyme and rosemary
For the truffle mashed potatoes:
– 4 large Yukon Gold potatoes
– 1/2 cup heavy cream
– 1/3 cup butter
– 2 tsp truffle oil
– Salt and pepper to taste
Okay queens, let’s get cooking! 💁♀️
First, let your steaks come to room temperature (about 30 minutes) – this is non-negotiable if you want that perfect medium-rare finish! Season them generously with salt and pepper. Like, don’t be shy here!
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Now, heat that olive oil in a cast-iron skillet until it’s smoking hot (yes, girl, we want it HOT). Sear those beautiful steaks for 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare. Add butter, garlic, and herbs, then baste the steaks with all that gorgeous flavored butter. Let them rest for 10 minutes – no cheating!
For the mashed potatoes, boil those babies until fork-tender, drain, and return to the pot. Add cream, butter, and mash until smooth. Finally, drizzle in that truffle oil – this is what makes them absolutely divine! Season to taste.
Plate it up like the kitchen queen you are! I like to add some roasted asparagus on the side for color (and you know, vegetables make it healthy-ish 😉).
Y’all, this dish is seriously restaurant-quality, and I guarantee it’ll become your go-to impressive dinner recipe. My family literally begs for this meal at least once a month!
If you tried this recipe, please drop a comment below – I’d love to hear how it turned out! And don’t forget to follow me on Newsbreak for more delicious recipes that’ll make you feel like a total boss in the kitchen. Trust me, my DMs are always flooding with requests for more recipes like this!
Happy cooking, darlings! Remember, cooking is all about having fun and feeling confident in your kitchen. Now go forth and create some magic! 💕✨
