Filet Mignon With Goat Cheese And Balsamic

Name: Filet Mignon With Goat Cheese And Balsamic
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American Italian
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups balsamic vinegar; 3 tablespoons sugar; 2 tablespoons butter; 6 5 to 6-ounce filet mignon steaks (each about 1-inch thick); Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 ounces soft fresh goat cheese

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Filet mignon is always a celebratory cut of steak, and this simple recipe makes it feel extra special.

When reduced, balsamic vinegar becomes very sweet with a complex, rich flavor. That sweetness pairs so well with the succulent, savory steak. Goat cheese offers a great tang and creamy texture that adds even more flavor.

Pair this with Herbes De Provence roasted potatoes, baked Parmesan mashed potatoes, or even a basic creamy Polenta to give it more of an Italian flair. An herbaceous bitter vegetable pairs well with the richness of the dish, too - like broccoli rabe with raisins and pine nuts, or pesto and prosciutto asparagus.

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

20 minutes

Calories

526

Author:

Giada De Laurentiis

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups balsamic vinegar

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3 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons butter
6 5 to 6-ounce filet mignon steaks (each about 1-inch thick)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 ounces soft fresh goat cheese

Instructions

Boil the balsamic vinegar and sugar in a heavy small saucepan over medium-high heat until reduced to 1/3 cup, stirring occasionally, about 18 minutes.
Meanwhile, preheat the broiler. Melt the butter in a heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle the steaks with salt and pepper. Cook the steaks to desired doneness, about 3 minutes per side for medium-rare. Transfer the steaks to a baking sheet. Crumble the cheese over the steaks and broil just until the cheese melts, about 1 minute. Sprinkle with pepper.
Transfer the steaks to plates. Drizzle the balsamic sauce around the steaks and serve.