Filet Mignon with Peppercorn Sauce

Filet Mignon with Cognac Peppercorn Sauce will give you the perfect recipe for two every time! These filet mignons, (aka Au Poivre) are seasoned with peppercorns and salt, then grilled to your taste and served with a creamy cognac peppercorn sauce on top. An elegant dish for steak is easy to enjoy on a date-night or special occasions.

Filet Mignon with Cognac Peppercorn Sauce…

This is the finest dish you can make to impress your loved one. When choosing the “best of the best” in steaks, choose filet mignon.  Filet mignon is the most tender cut of beef you can buy.

Reasons to Choose the BEST of the BEST!

• This boneless section has a melt-in-your-mouth quality and buttery texture that has earned it the title ” king of steaks.”
• It’s also one of the most expensive cuts of meat, but they’re worth it!
• Grilling them is the best way to cook them.  They always turn out super moist, juicy, and very tender with every bite.
• Topped with a decadent cream sauce like this cognac peppercorn sauce made with shallots, peppercorns, cognac, and cream takes this dish to a whole new level!

What is Cognac Peppercorn Sauce?

This recipe features a cognac peppercorn sauce, also known in French as “au poive.”  It is a sauce made with shallots, some heavy cream, cognac, and peppercorns, and it’s simmered until it thickens. 

It’s nothing fancy, just a simple, flavorful cream sauce that makes a very elegant presentation.

Ingredients Needed for this recipe…

For this recipe, here are the ingredients you will need. Also, our full recipe card is located at the bottom of this post.

• 2 ( 4 to 6 ounces each) lean Filet Mignon steaks (about 1.5-inches thick)
• 1 Tbsp. mixed peppercorns
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• olive oil cooking spray
• 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter, and extra

For Cognac Peppercorn Sauce:

• 1 Tbsp. unsalted butter
• 2 small shallots or one small onion finely chopped
• 1/3 cup Cognac
• 1 teaspoon peppercorns
• 3/4 cup heavy cream
• 2 Tbsp. or more beef stock (optional)
• sea salt to taste

How to Make Filet Mignon with Cognac Peppercorn Sauce?

There are 3 simple steps to this recipe:

STEP 1: SEASON THE STEAKS…

First, season the steaks with salt and peppercorns, and set them aside to warm up to room temperature, for at least 20 to 30 minutes.  Then take a look at our chart for some helpful tips on How to Grill Steak Perfectly.

STEP 2: MAKE THE COGNAC PEPPECORN SAUCE…

Meanwhile, let’s get started on making the cognac peppercorn sauce. 

1. In a medium-size skillet, sauté the shallots until they soften on low heat, about 2 to 3 minutes.  Add the cognac and additional peppercorns.

2. Pour in the cream and simmer until the sauce thickens about 3 to 5 minutes.

*QUICK NOTE:   If the cognac peppercorn sauce gets too thick, you can add in some beef stock until you reach your desired consistency.  Leave in the skillet to keep warm.

STEP 3:  GRILL THE STEAKS…

• First, heat the grill or your cast iron skillet.  Make sure your outside grill or skillet is extremely hot before you add the steaks.  Next, add the steaks and grill your filet mignons to your taste: either rare, medium or well done.  There is a chart for grilling indoors to help, click Here.
• Top each steak with some butter.  Keep in mind, when grilling, the outside of the filet mignon may be charred, while the inside meat will be very tender and juicy.  (*full recipe card below!) Allow the steaks to rest for 1 minute or two before you plate them.
• Serve on individual dinner plates or a serving platter.
• Finally, spoon the rich cream sauce over the filet mignons and serve immediately.

 

How perfect is that steak?  .. oh and it’s SO Delicious!

Cook’s Notes and Tips for Success!

• Meat Thermometer: It is best to invest in a good meat thermometer if you don’t have one.  This will ensure the steak will always turn out to your preference every time.
• The Butter: It’s best to top your steaks with a little butter while grilling.  It makes a huge difference in flavor, making them juicy and tender – so don’t leave it out!

What Temperature To Read on the Thermometer?

• For Rare: 115-120 F degrees 
• Medium Rare: 120-125 degrees 
• Medium: 130-135 degrees F

Options for Sides to Serve…

• Best Creamy Mashed Potatoes,
• Easy Garlic Mashed Potatoes,
• Baked Peas and Artichoke Hearts
• Holiday Butter Terrine 

And for roasted vegetables, try our Roasted Baby Red and Yukon Potatoes or our Roasted Asparagus.  Any of these sides would go perfectly with our Filet Mignon recipe.

A Delicious Meal…

Filet Mignon with Cognac Peppercorn Sauce turns out great every time! This recipe is relatively easy.  Get inspired, and try this recipe!

Our recipe for Filet Mignon with Cognac Peppercorn Sauce was inspired by our dear friends Christine and Cesare from New York.  They prepare this dish every time we get together; it happens to be one of the best steak dishes to serve for a small soiree.

Filet Mignon with Cognac Peppercorn Sauce is a keeper! We hope you enjoy this recipe as much as we do!

Cheers!

 

A few more delicious recipes!

• The Perfect Filet Mignon Roast
• London Broil Steak Grilled To Perfection!
• Beef Tenderloin Roast Recipe
• New York Strip Steak Grilled
• Grilled Lamb Chops to Perfection

And for more Great Tips! …check out our post on How To Grill Steak Perfectly!

Hello friends!  If you make this delicious filet mignon with cognac peppercorn sauce, let us know and leave a comment and a star rating below!  Snap a photo and hashtag it on Instagram and Pinterest; be sure to tag us @2sistersrecipes.   

Happy Cooking! 🙂

Thanks for stopping by!

xo anna and liz