Steak-House Seared Beef Tenderloin Filets

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I found this method of searing filets in a magazine and thought the result was amazing. I've been cooking them this way ever since. I'm submitting the recipe here as I'm afraid of misplacing such a treasure.

by ljh237·published 2009-09-21

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Steak

Servings

4 serving(s)

Total time

17 min

prep 5 min

Calories / serving

400 kcal

Ingredients (2)

serves

4 beef tenderloin, filets 2 inches thick
2 tablespoons olive oilolive-oil

Instructions (6 steps)

01Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
02Season filets with kosher salt and pepper.
03Heat an oven-proof pan over medium-high heat for 5 minutes.
04Add oil and heat briefly.
05Sear filets in oil on one side for 4-5 minutes. Turn them over, place the pan in the oven, and roast to desired doneness. (For medium rare that would be approximately 7 minutes.).
06Allow filets to rest 5 minutes before serving.

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