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Ma recette de filet mignon à la Normande - plat familial simple et délicieux - n°466

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Fillet Mignon

Cultural Context

Fillet Mignon, a classic French dish, is renowned for its tenderness and rich flavor. Traditionally served in fine dining establishments, it symbolizes luxury and celebration. The dish is often paired with rich sauces and sides, making it a popular choice for special occasions. Today, it enjoys global recognition, with variations appearing in many culinary traditions.

FrenchFRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 filet mignon (560 g)
2 oignons
150 g de lardons fumés
2 pommes
3 Cs de calvados (facultatif)
30 cl de cidre brut
2 Cs de crème fraîche épaisse entière
1/2 camembert au lait cru
50 g de beurre
1 Cs d'huile
sel
poivre

beef tenderloin

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: sirloin

Chicken breast is lower in fat and calories, while sirloin is a more affordable cut.

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

1

Sear the filet mignon in a pan with butter and oil until browned.

2

Add chopped onions and lardons to the pan and cook until the onions are translucent.

3

Stir in diced apples and cook for a few minutes.

4

Pour in the calvados and let it evaporate (if using).

5

Add the cider and bring to a simmer.

6

Stir in the cream and add the camembert, allowing it to melt into the sauce.

7

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Cooking Techniques

searingbastingdeglazing

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Beef TenderloinFilet Mignon
Local Name: Filet mignon

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