08/01/2026
Beef Filet Mignon with Red W**e Jus and Smooth Beetroot Mash with Goat Cheese Crumble:
Ingredients:
For the Beef Filet Mignon and Red W**e Jus:
4 filet mignon steaks (about 1.5 inches thick, 8 oz each)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tbsp unsalted butter (divided)
2 large shallots, finely chopped
1 cup dry red w**e (Merlot or Pinot Noir recommended)
1 tsp Dijon mustard
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1 garlic clove, crushed
Fresh thyme for garnish
For the Smooth Beetroot Mash with Goat Cheese Crumble:
1 large cooked beetroot, peeled and chopped
200g potatoes, peeled and diced
2 tbsp butter
Salt and pepper to taste
100g soft goat cheese, crumbled
Instructions:
Beef Filet Mignon with Red W**e Jus
Pat steaks dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
Heat 1 tbsp butter in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add steaks and sear for 4-6 minutes per side for medium-rare. If thicker, finish in a 400°F oven for 3-5 minutes. Remove steaks and keep warm.
Lower heat to medium. Add 2 tbsp butter and shallots, cook until softened and lightly browned (2-3 minutes).
Add red w**e, Dijon mustard, thyme sprigs, and garlic. Pour in any steak juices. Simmer until reduced by about 3/4 and slightly thickened (~10 minutes).
Remove thyme and garlic. Whisk in cold butter cubes until sauce is smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
Serve steaks with red w**e jus poured over and garnish with fresh thyme.
Smooth Beetroot Mash with Goat Cheese Crumble
Boil potatoes until tender (about 20 minutes). Drain.
In a food processor or blender, combine potatoes, cooked beetroot, butter, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Serve mash topped with crumbled goat cheese for a creamy, tangy contrast.
This dish balances the tender, flavorful filet mignon with a rich red w**e sauce and a vibrant, smooth beetroot mash accented by creamy goat cheese