How to Cook Filet Mignon

You don’t have to be a chef to cook perfect filet mignon… In fact, it’s much easier than you’d think. In this video, Nicole shows you how to cook filet mignon with nothing but olive oil, coarse kosher salt, and pepper. First, season the steaks liberally, then cook them in an oven-safe pan, such as a cast iron skillet. To finish, simply let the steaks bake to your desired doneness. For special occasions, prepare a flavorful pan sauce with the drippings and simple ingredients like butter, mushrooms, white wine, Worcestershire sauce, and heavy cream. Not only is this recipe impossible to mess up, but it’s also the perfect way to make dinner a little bit special.