JanS Filet Mignon Recipe
- 2 tsp. of cumin seed
- 2 tsp. coriander
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. ground black pepper
- 2 T extra virgin olive oil
- This is for a 4 lb. tenderloin
- GRIND the cumin and coriander seed in a processor.
- Heat the cumin and coriander in a pan for 1/2 a minute. (watch it).
- Put the garlic and salt in with that, and pepper and oil, and mix all together on a low heat to make a paste. If it's too thick add some extra olive oil. Rub all over the whole filet. Pierce the filet all over with a knife. Cover and let it marinate overnite.
- The next day, place the meat on a baking sheet. Cook for 35-40 minutes or until the probe says 125 degrees. Loosely cover the meat with foil and let it rest for 20 minutes. (jan's 6 lb. filet took over an hour).
- Sauce:
- 1 C mayonnaise
- 1/4 C mascarpone
- 1/3 C finely chopped fresh basil
- 1 T curry powder
- 1 tsp. smoked paprika
- Kosher salt and ground pepper to taste
- Mix all ingredients together and serve.
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Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/member/views/jan-s-filet-mignon-recipe-50115527 (may not work)