Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, combine the pureed fermented black garlic, chopped toasted pine nuts, fresh thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to form a paste.
- Season the filet mignon steaks with salt and pepper on both sides. Heat the olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the steaks for about 3-4 minutes on each side until a nice brown crust forms. Remove from heat.
- Spread the black garlic and pine nut mixture evenly over the top of each filet mignon.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for about 8-10 minutes for medium-rare, or until desired doneness is reached. Remove from the oven and let the steaks rest for 5 minutes.
- In the same skillet used for the steaks, add the minced shallots and chopped morel mushrooms. Sauté over medium heat until the shallots are translucent and the mushrooms are tender, about 5 minutes.
- Carefully add the Madeira wine to the skillet, scraping the bottom to deglaze. Allow the wine to reduce by half, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the beef stock and continue to simmer until the sauce thickens slightly, about 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and whisk in the butter until melted and the sauce is glossy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- To serve, place each filet mignon on a plate, drizzle with the Madeira and morel confit reduction, and garnish with chopped parsley.
Notes
For an extra touch, consider adding a splash of truffle oil to the sauce before serving.
