Blue Cheese Crusted Filet Mignon Recipe
Prep Time:
30 minutes
Cook Time:
10 minutes
Servings:
2 Servings
Ingredients
  • 2 filet mignon steaks
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • ¼ cup panko bread crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • ½ cup crumbled blue cheese
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
  • 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
Directions
  1. Remove the steaks from the refrigerator and bring them to room temperature for about 20 to 30 minutes before cooking.
  2. Preheat the oven to 400 F.
  3. Pat the steaks dry with a paper towel, then season them with salt and pepper.
  4. In a bowl, mix together the panko and melted butter.
  5. Add the blue cheese and parsley and set aside.
  6. Heat the oil in a cast iron skillet over medium heat until very hot. The oil should be glistening, but not quite smoking.
  7. Add the seasoned steaks and press them into the skillet. Sear for 3 minutes per side, until a crust forms.
  8. Roll the steaks on their side to brown.
  9. Place the steaks on a sheet tray and top them with the blue cheese mixture.
  10. Bake for 5 minutes until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
  11. Let rest for 5 minutes, then serve.