Filet Mignon With Balsamic Reduction I Made It

Filet Mignon With Balsamic Reduction

mommyluvs2cook 9 years ago
By: Well_seasoned

This. was. so. good. Period! First off doubled the recipe. I really didn't think we would like a New Orleans or Cajun seasoning on a fillet, especially with a balsamic reduction, but man was this good. Used Penzey's Cajun seasoning. Rubbed on liberally like the submitter said. I went ahead and cooked my bacon about 3/4 the way in the pan first because I do not do under cooked bacon, then wrapped around each filet. I poured off about half of the bacon drippings added a little olive oil and put in the steaks. Tried to cook to a med rare but I went a little over I think. I even pulled out my meat thermometer for these, but it is really hard to monitor 4 steaks with it plus cook a side of asparagus and stir the balsamic. Anyway the reduction turned out fantastic and so did the steaks. Will definitely make this one again!!

Filet Mignon With Balsamic Reduction
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frankieanne 9 years ago said:

Oh my goodness. That looks so fabulous. It is perfectly done. Wow. Its time for bed but those pictures make me want some!! Gorgeous.

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mommyluvs2cook 9 years ago said:

Aww, thanks FA :D We have leftovers, wish you were closer and I'd bring you some!

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bakerme 9 years ago said:

Oh my gosh, your photo looks like it came out of a gourmet food magazine! My hubby loves steak, and, other than not using bacon, the method used in that recipe is how we cook it. I've never tried a balsamic reduction, but I bet the balsamic vinegar from Williams-Sonoma would be fabulous in it! Saved.

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NPMarie 9 years ago said:

Beautiful pic Michelle!!!!!!!!

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Cosmicmother 9 years ago said:

Wowzers, that looks fabulous! Gorgeous photos!
My stomach is grumbling, nom nom nom, I want some now! :)
I might just try this with chicken breasts.

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Good4U 9 years ago said:

Mouthwatering! Fantastic pic!

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gaspesiangal 9 years ago said:

That looks amazing!!! Great photos.

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mommyluvs2cook 9 years ago said:

Thanks everyone!! Bakerme the reduction was a perfect addition to the steak for sure! Shona, Definitely try on chicken, or even on pork loin would be great :)

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twill10 9 years ago said:

hard to beat a great steak, thanks

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chuckieb 9 years ago said:

Wow. Didn't see this 'til now. Bookmarked to try. Simple and elegant. Great combination. Your pics are fab as always Michelle!

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mommyluvs2cook 9 years ago said:

Thanks Twill and Janet :) :)

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Karen_B 9 years ago said:

This looks fantastic!! I have chicken breasts thawed out for tonight...might take Shona's suggestion and try the reduction on them!

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