Filet Mignon with Gorgonzola Mashed Potatoes As seen on The Defined Dish Bookmark recipe Print recipe Download recipe Share Rating 5 out of 5 stars (2) Ingredients 4 servings 2 lbs yukon gold potatoes1.5 tsp kosher salt2 tbsp unsalted butter2 cloves garlic, minced1/2 cup heavy creamer (you can sub milk here)1/2 cup gorgonzola cheese, crumbled4 [2-inch thick] filet mignons, about 6-8 ounces each3 tsp kosher salt1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil Calories AmericanBakingDinnerDairyDinner PartiesIntermediateBoilingSavoryCreamyMeatMain Courses ... How would you rate this recipe? 1 stars 2 stars 3 stars 4 stars 5 stars Preparation Inline ingredients (beta) Cook mode Click to complete Step 1 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Step 2 Make the Potatoes: Step 3 Cut the potatoes into 2 inch chunks (you can peel yours first if you'd like, I just leave mine unpeeled). Place in a pot and fill with water so that the potatoes are covered by 2 inches. Bring pot of water to a boil. Once boiling, add 1 tsp of salt and boil the potatoes until they are fork tender, about 15 minutes. Step 4 Drain the potatoes and leave in collendar to let steam for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, place the pot back over the heat but reduce the heat to low. Melt the butter. Add garlic and gently cook, stirring, being careful not to burn, about 2 minutes. Step 5 Add the creamer and stir to combine. Add the potatoes into the skillet and using a potato masher, mash until smooth. Stirring so that it is well combined with the creamer. Step 6 Sprinkle in the gorgonzola cheese and the remaining 1/2 tsp salt. Remove from heat and stir to combine. Taste, add more salt if desired. If your potatoes seem dry, add an additional 1/4 cup of creamer to rehydrate as needed. Cover and keep warm until ready to serve. Step 7 For the Steaks: Step 8 Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes. Step 9 Meanwhile, using a paper towel, pat the steaks very dry. Place the salt and pepper on a small plate and mix until evenly combined. Lightly press the top and bottom of the steaks into the salt and pepper to help the salt and pepper adhere and have them generously coated on the top and bottom. Step 10 Pour the oil into the hot skillet. Once it is shimmering, add the steaks and sear until golden brown (on the top and bottom only) for 2 minutes per side. Step 11 Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer into the preheated oven. Cook the filets for 8 to 12 minutes, depending on how you prefer your steaks cooked [120 degrees for rare and 125 degrees for medium-rare.] Remove the steaks to a platter, cover tightly with aluminum foil, and allow to rest for 5 to 10 minutes. Step 12 Serve the steaks with the gorgonzola mashed potatoes. Enjoy!
