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Filet mignon is often seen as the crown jewel of steak. It’s buttery, tender, and practically melts in your mouth—when cooked correctly. The operational phrase here is “when cooked correctly.” It’s ...

I'm a chef with experience picking and preparing the best cuts of meat for almost any steak dish. Filet mignon pairs well with many flavors, but it's crucial to not overcook this cut of meat. The ...

Filet mignon is a choice steak, indeed. To form it, the butcher makes a cross-sectional cut from the small end of the tenderloin, a long muscle with one narrow, pointed end which runs along the lower ...