Filet Mignon with Chive Butter Recipe

by Thomas Grossmann

• Chive Butter:
• 1 stick butter, softened
• 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
• salt, to taste
• 2 6-oz. filet mignon
• 2 tablespoons butter
• salt, to taste
• black pepper, to taste

In a bowl, use a spoon to combine the butter, chives and salt. Refrigerate until ready to use.

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

In an oven proof sauté pan melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.

Season the filets on both sides with salt and pepper.

Sauté the filets for 2 to 3 minutes on each side.

Place in oven for 4 to 5 minutes.

Remove from the oven and switch the oven to broil.

Spread some herb butter on top of the filets and broil for 1 to 2 minutes. Serve immediately.

Serves 2