Steakhouse Steak
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Serves: 2
Add some sizzle to your night - these steaks rival those in a steakhouse for flavor and tenderness.
Ingredients
  • 2 8-10 ounce filet mignon
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable or canola oil
  • 2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
  1. About an hour before dinner, preheat the oven to 400°.
  2. On the stove, preheat a cast iron skillet over high heat until water flicked onto the surface sizzles; about 8 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, prepare the steaks: blot each dry with a paper towel.
  4. Pour the oil into a shallow dish or plate, and lightly coat the steaks on all sides. Move steaks to a clean plate.
  5. Combine the salt and pepper and rub over the steaks, concentrating the rub on the top and bottom of each steak.
  6. Once the skillet is ready, sear the steaks, about 2 minutes per side, or until you can no longer stand the heat. Sear the edges, too.
  7. Dollap a tablespoon of butter atop each steak.
  8. Using a proven oven mit, carefully place the skillet into the oven and bake, starting at 8 minutes for rare, longer to your preference.
  9. When done, allow the steaks to rest for 10 minutes at room temperature on a plate covered in tin foil.
Notes
Adapted from a recipe by Ina Garten.
Recipe by The Gonzo Gourmet at https://thegonzogourmet.com/2012/02/dinner-for-two/