Whisky Glazed Filet Mignon

Fix a steak that is on fire-literally! The finishing touch of this juicy steak recipe is to add whisky to the hot pan. It creates a flame and leaves behind a sweet glaze that

SERVES

2

PREP TIME

5 mins

COOKING TIME

12-15 mins

LEVEL

Intermediate

Ingredients

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  • 2, 6-ounce filets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 1 sprig rosemary
  • ¼ cup Whisky
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Method

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Crepes

1

Dissolve brown sugar and ¼ teaspoon salt in whisky, set aside.

2

Season filets well on all sides with salt and pepper. Gradually preheat 8 inch skillet over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil.

3

Sear filets for 4-5 minutes on one side. Flip and add butter and rosemary. Baste with butter and cook for 4-5 additional minutes, or until desired doneness.

4

Turn burner off. Carefully add the whisky mixture to skillet. Light the mixture using a long-handled lighter. Caution: there will be fire!

5

Allow alcohol completely to burn away. Remove steaks and allow to rest 5 minutes. Turn the skillet back to medium-low heat and simmer for an additional 2 minutes until the glaze thickens.

6

Discard garlic cloves and rosemary. Spoon the glaze over filets and serve.

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