Filet Mignon Recipe

[lovelandre]

I feel your passion for food, bravo to you and thanks :)

[RecipeCook]

@lovelandre I'm so glad you liked it. Thanks for taking the time to encourage!

[cuofamerica]

To bad your sticking the meat and letting all the juice out... Ughh Thats a no no. Do it by touch!

[3334578]

this is not the forum for you immature behaviors

[richardgraham65]

I am not after world war three, all I meant was that frying with Extra Virgin Olive Oil is a waste - nothing more - she could have cooked the thing in Castrol GTX

[Dem0D1ck]

Rita, I can't remember the last time I cooked anything "stove top", or used anything other than an iron skillet.

My iron has raised ridges on the bottom that gives the meat a grilled look when cooked. I preheat the skillet in the oven to 350 before I put the pre-seasoned meat on it to cook. In the oven it might take a Filet Mignon about 5 minutes per side for medium rare. It does depend on how thick the meat is.

Why neutralize the natural taste of the steak by cooking it in Olive oil?

[RecipeCook]

@Dem0D1ck That sounds like a delicious way to cook a filet!

[Dem0D1ck]

@RecipeCook Rita, give it a try. I use McCormick's Montreal Steak Seasoning and McCormick's Italian Seasoning on my steaks, season to taste. You can season both sides of the steak, or just one.

Myself, I season my steaks the same way but adjust cooking time for the specific cut and thickness, be it filet, NY Strip or Delmonico.

I cook my pork chops in the oven also, seasoned as I like and cooked on the same iron skillet. But cooked longer at a lower temp. Very juicy and tender.

[corvuscanis]

Had this with a crab boil for Christmas dinner and it was AMAZING! So much better than a plain ol' ham.

[PUAlum]

I made it and it worked great!! And I'm NO cook!! If yours were gardening vids I 'd say I had a hopelessly brown thumb. Not sure what the culinary equivalent would be....but that's me! Thanks again.

[RecipeCook]

@PUAlum Glad to hear the Filet Mignon was a hit! Keep cooking.

[PUAlum]

Nice video. never looked on youtube for cooking vids. That amount of olive oil seemed more than "filming". Can you give an actual amount? Thanks.

[RecipeCook]

Glad you liked the video @PUAlum. I did use too much oil in this video, but couldn't afford another filet! Just a tablespoon or so should take care of it.

[vjaros1]

Mignon means cute in french, weird.

[youcandance12345]

thanks for this video!

[roofy2k]

do you get tired of answering criticizing remarks lol? you should moderate comments once one troll gets in all the trolls and they trollolol all day long, thanks for this video you're great!

[RecipeCook]

@roofy2k Oh, it doesn't bother me too much. Everyone has an opinion right?!! :-) Creating these little videos is really a labor of love.

[cristyelizabeth]

Ahh yum! This looks really good!

[richardgraham65]

Rita really hasn't got a clue has she!

What on earth is the point of using a cold pressed extra virgin olive oil only then to go and cook with it?

The whole point is that it is cold pressed and should be consumed uncooked.

[RecipeCook]

@richardgraham65 Just using what I had on hand...if only I had a budget, and staff and my own kitchen :-)

[Dem0D1ck]

@richardgraham65 richard, what you say is technically true, but have you ever tried cooking with it? I have, and what is alleged to be true is actually false. Yes, you can use it as a replacement for Vegetable Oil, and it's much more healthy, and more healthy than frying in animal fat because it displaces the animal fat while cooking.

Before you criticize try it so you have a base of experience, then get back to us with your opinion.

[babyscarer]

Nice advice on the "presentation side".

[ozzyinny]

the sound quality is terrible n this



[imsoskarude]

Uh, I am in sanitation class at culinary school, and bringing ANY meat to room temperature is a bad idea. Sterile. Meat... REALLY? I don't think so...

[babashroud]

Otherwise they taste like shoeleather. :)

[balucheers]

My filet mignon comes with bacon around the meat and topped with a handsome slice of goose liver.

Quite important, b u t t e r, absolutely no olive oil.

[RecipeCook]

Thanks - you really "get" what I'm trying to do.

Rita

[vampellekain666]

Bah, don't let these fools kill your spirit ma'am. I'm happy your taking the time to do what your doing. Some people don't get that all your trying to do is give the inexperienced cooks out there a lil bit of a "jump off point" into the world of cooking! Bravo, and keep up the good work! =)

[imsoskarude]

@vampellekain666 if she was so experienced she would know to NOT use a METAL fork on teflon pans, AND that the temperature of the meat should be over 135 for approximately 7-9 minutes.

[xoxgodofgodsgodxx]

Grr another olive oil fanatic.

[Kilooscarromeo]

olive oil has a very low smoking temp not the wisest choice when cooking steaks

[ritah2108]

So you make your own butter? Lucky you. Sounds like a good recipe, too.

[gardini100]

i use butter made from milk "cream" with salt to sear mine after the searing i put them in a oven for 5 mins takes them out to rest 5 mins and then 5 mins in the oven ....the oven is pre set at 180 celcius .......it works for me :D

[scott29501]

Olive oil doesn't do well with the high heat needed to sear meats. A light coating (or spray) of canola oil doesn't burn or get as bitter as quickly as more delicate oils. If your steak has a fair amount marbling in it, you probably won't need any oil at all as the fat will render its own lipids into your pan. If you plan on cooking your steak to a more well done temp, lower the heat and use the oil of your choice. When it comes to well done, low and slow is the way to go.

[chri8067]

This lady must be from Expert Village. 

[phychmasher]

"Oh my gosh this smells so good." The... raw meat does? That's kinda werewolfish.

[mayito714]

Are you frying? Sooooo much Oil...

[mrbear24]

poking it with a thermometer? all the juices are going to come out! use Gordon Ramsay's touching method =)

[cooldude3001]

fillet mignon

[tawhnya]

@00Billy

she like the smell of her fresh ground pepper

[nannyjoyful]

Just happened upon this site, and am so happy I found this.. Love the recipes and videos. Great reference place to go.Will suggest this to all my freinds. Thanks.

[333bigjoe]

That is A LOT of oil in the pan!

[bnz500]

Extra virgin olive oil =/= cooking oil

[WWEinvadesTNA8]

i want it well done

[kirby4blues]

She's not sure whether a *stainless steel* pan is ovenproof?

-.-

[RecipeCook]

@kirby4blues It's really all about the handle in this case. Even on stainless, many pans have a coating on the handle that keeps them from being oven proof. It's a good habit to check any pan before putting it in the oven. ~Rita from AboutEating.

[thunderscratch66]

@kirby4blues how many plastic handles have you melted in your life? it CAN happen, give the poor lady a break!

[avor]

@kirby4blues fail

[babyscarer]

@kirby4blues The handle seems to be coated with plastic.

[wowatripod]

She could use some 5 inch heels..........

[retrotw]

thats quite a bit of oil....and i dont think extra virgin with a low smoking point is ideal for this...looks like shes deep frying it...lol

[vincar1]

Oliven oil burning fast ,is not klewor to use this oil.

[greatbydesign33]

Extra Virgin Olive Oil is not good for cooking. It should only be eaten Raw on Salads or other things because it's too delicate and becomes RANCID, i.e., BAD for you when subjected to heat.

[urielly]

@greatbydesign33 Actually Rancidity is achieved when Oxidation of an Oil Occurs, therefore she can cook with any oil she wants even flax seed oil (this being the most delicate oil) and nothing will occur, Well that is until it gets Oxidated, usually the time will very and the exposure to Oxygen after the first cooling. Lets put it simple first heat exposure does nothing, no mater what temperature, this is called refining, after that it all depend on the exposure to oxygen, TIP SERVE IMMEDIATELY

[greatbydesign33]

@urielly Your WRONG.

[tropicalpimp]

@greatbydesign33 really? I really like the flavor but then again i've never tried cooking filet mignon wit any other oil? recommendations?

[theMilkz]

@tropicalpimp peanut oil gives alot of flavour to red meats.

[greatbydesign33]

@tropicalpimp Coconut oil is known to be able to "take the heat". I think Avacado oil is another one that can take higher temps.

[JoanIsNotTheMaid]

@greatbydesign33

Wow, that isn't true at all.

[greatbydesign33]

@JoanIsNotTheMaid It is true Ass Hole.

[Dem0D1ck]

@greatbydesign33 You don't know anything about Olive oil do you? Extra Virgin Olive Oil only becomes rancid because it's stored improperly, not because it's heated during cooking.

Oh and BTW, it's EXCELLENT for cooking, if you know what you're doing. Apparently you don't know: what you're doing, or how to cook.

[greatbydesign33]

@Dem0D1ck Hey Dumb Fuck. Heating up an oil that delicate changes the molecular structure. Your liver no longer processes it the same way. But go do whatever U want. I'm not the one who has to eat your TOXIC POISONOUS cooking. LOL.

[Dem0D1ck]

@greatbydesign33 Suck my Dick, Tracy! You still don't know anything about cooking, nor do you know what you're talking about.

I've been using Extra Virgin for years, I'm still here, and I'll be here long after you're pushing up daisys.

Maybe if you did a little research about it you'd learn, Learn, extra virgin can be used for cooking, but being the ignorant shi'ite for brains you apparently are you couldn't find your way out of a closet without walls.

Fuck off A-hole.

[greatbydesign33]

@Dem0D1ck You don't have a Dick You Pussy Faced - Dumb Ass Punk. And the ONLY one gonna be "pushing up daisy's" is YOU and Yo Dirt Faced Mama.

[Dem0D1ck]

@greatbydesign33 LOL. Just because your an impotent limp dick don't assume the rest of us are.

If you need help, try a penis pump, I hear it's the rage among you Small fellows these days.

Take your anger out at your Dad, you inherited what you have from him.

[greatbydesign33]

@Dem0D1ck What is this OBSESSION you have with Dick? You prolly just need to be FUCKED really good a few times to calm down DUMMY. Don't worry. Someone will give Yo Ugly Ass some Dyck one day.

[Dem0D1ck]

@greatbydesign33 So you're impotent by design, take it out on one of your gay friends ok, it's really not my problem.

[greatbydesign33]

@Dem0D1ck There you go with your Sex OBSESSION - AGAIN and AGAIN.

You got issues FREAK. You really are BEGGING to be Fucked up your Ass really BAD.

And btw - since I know you are SALIVATING at the Mouth to find out - Yes. I am VERY potent with a HUGE DYCK. But I Don't Fuck UGLY Pigs like you, so go find someone else.

[Dem0D1ck]

@greatbydesign33 LOL ignorant freak, don't know anything about olive oil, don't know anything about cooking, and you fantasize about your phallic superiority. OK, enjoy your date with Phistina tonight.

Let's see, your first response to me started with "Hey dumb fuck". What do you expect me to do; blow you kisses? Suck my Dick Tracy.

You're a pile of crap who's only value is that he makes a garbage dump smell good by comparison.

BTW, real men don't have a need to brag.

[greatbydesign33]

@Dem0D1ck Your not a "real man" Sally. You are a Dumb Fuck RETARD and that is ALL you will EVER be in this Lifetime. Your Mother should be arrested for Shitting Out pure Shit Filth STINK like You. And the only "Pile of Shit" around is your parents for having you.

[Dem0D1ck]

@greatbydesign33 LOL, Guess I touched a nerve, or five, huh fag boy? Keep dreaming that cocktail sausage you call a dick is actually something women really want.

As I said before, real men don't need to brag. So how's Phistina, serving you well, she's obviously handy.

Have fun with her cause she's the only one you can depend on.

[drinkingcocoa]

extra virgin olive oil denatures in a hot pan. it becomes a health hazard.

[MattyMatt761]

@drinkingcocoa

olive oil doesn't denature since it isn't made of proteins. It's a fatty acid.

[landis69]

@sab1538 besides being a waste, it also burns really easily. Extra virgin olive oil is one of the worst oils she could be using for this.

[Njc0las]

Why not try coconut oil instead of EV Olive oil that's not really meant to be cooked with as much as it is to be a dressing?

[iTzzEuphoriaaaaaa]

Yeah thats why steak is the least dangerous meat to it raw

[Vihsadas]

It's Tri-play stainless! By definition it's ovenproof!

[UncleSmack]

kappolo, you are an idiot, nothing wrong with using the oven, often with a thick cut fillet trying to start and finish in a pan is difficult without overcooking the outside, unless using a chicken stock, etc... and you think you are going to cook a fillet in a pan without ANY oil?? don't cook for me... djkmokes, I agree...poking with a fork, that is blasphemy!! Use tongs!!!

[TheGuyName]

@UncleSmack i think he was just jokin around.

[kappolo]

Put it in the oven? That's an heresy!

[kappolo]

Olive oil healthy? maybe healthier then other oils... but using a lot of it is not healthy... I'd rather cook without oil or butter

[djmokes]

why is she poking the steak with a fork... the flavor oh my the flavor...

[RecipeCook]

@djmokes Science proves that poking with a fork doesn't impact the juice in the steak. Applying heat and the fibers tightening squeeze out the juice. A fork isn't sharp enough to impact those fibers. I certainly used too much oil here...but the fork has no impact but is a great tool to turn a steak. ~Rita

[TimTehPilot]

@frenchizedboi doesn't matter. you shouldn't put anything in until the oil is to temperature.

[quinnman0627]

frenchizedboi...youre damn right...the quick searing without boiling hot oil makes a better steak. in my opinion, when you heat the pan first, the pan seems better seasoned for sauces. and when you heat the pan first, i always finish off my filets by resting them under some heat lamps and tin foil. this brings them from rare-ish to medium rare

[yakkahDotCom]

I loved this video, thanks!

[Essexpianos]

@yakkahDotCom hm...

[Aeixxis]

@frenchizedboi depends on the pan, if it's crappy quality or teflon/other materials other then pure metal it may be destroyed..

[LRSS46]

Olive oil is good, but once you heat it it's as bad as regular oil.

[foppy63]

Way too much olive oil... depending on the vintage, olio di oliva can really take over the taste of meat... just a thought

[chefjosephhanna]

Start with the overn prof pan

[MrBullhounds]

@frenchizedboi i love the way she replied to this so polite ,,i on the other hand would have told you to fuck off ,,not as polite but it still gets the point across

[shayorshayorshayor]

does this cost alot? i mean the whole dish? is it for rich people?



[yvell]

@shayorshayorshayor It is for people that save in order to have a good meal at least once a month.

[mofokraut]

dont use olive oil. it carrys a bad tase on the stake. you want to tase the stake and not the olive oil.

[Luddekuddekudde]

@mofokraut

butter is amazing, gives it the best flavor. Would never substitute it for oil. It also tells you exactly when the pan is hot enough by looking at the color.

[mofokraut]

@Luddekuddekudde no butter pleese. aint want my stake to tase like saur milk

[MrChefbari]

Calling all Chefs - lets all get together to promote each other - inteactive together will mean a much larger audience.

So - mark me as your favorite and I will add you as my favorite as well.

[damokt]

...can't withstand heat, it will quickly start to smoke which indicates that it burns, which causes cancer. Now speak of healthy.... if you really want olive oil, then sprinkle a little of it over the meat AFTER it is done. This way it also don't loses its flavor, which usually pretty much fades away if used for searing.

4. There is no point in rubbing in the meat with oil before searing it unless there is no oil in the pan or you want to marinade the meat.

5. Believe me, I'm a trained chef

[damokt]

Oh my.

1. Yes you can salt meat before cooking it, but only if you start cooking it right away after salting it. For this fact, it is also a really bad idea to panfry it on both sides, then put it away and finish it later/the next day.

2. This kind of big meat, don't only panfry the top and down, also fry the sides. If you don't the whole juice will just be squeezed out at the sides of the meat.

3. Olive Oil is really bad for panfrying. When you sear meat you need much heat and olive oil...

[LZLandingZone]

@frenchizedboi Actually adding olive oil is great for your heart. Adds a bit of flavor too.

[tamick21]

Kosher Salt > Sea Salt

LIKE IT

[Antiks72]

@tamick21 It's way cheaper too.

[asilver1234]

oil the meat not the pan....use a cast iron skillet if possible season with Tony Chachere's versus salt and pepper..

[tropicalpimp]

tsk tsk...never poke your filet mignon with a fork or knife while cooking...use tongs or spatula. Poking holes or slices can cause juices to escape,leaving the meat dry.

[GuitarMunk]

Start with the oven prof pan

[Essexpianos]

@GuitarMunk But thats way too logical!

[kingarthurup]

What's the difference between "olive oil" and "extra virgin olive oil?"

I am guessing that "extra virgin" is only like 5 years old?... and regular "olive oil" has been well used by Popeye?

[WILLSthe1st]

@kingarthurup virgin olive oil has more flavor

[kingarthurup]

NO, I am with Popeye... regular olive oil tastes better

[paddyx333]

yes you do add the salt before for you cook it, and personally i only oil the meat. there is no need to oil the pan!!!

[darkpaul456]

thats a lot of olive oil

[Essexpianos]

@darkpaul456 Nahh

[TurboBounce]

actually you dont salt meat before you cook it...

[Njc0las]

@TurboBounce I'd say it depends. People always say that to try to sound smart and say it draws out all the moisture and makes it dry, but I personally put a pinch of salt and pepper on it before I cook it and have never had a complaint. It can be a nice compliment if you don't over-do it.

[chocochocochip213]

@TurboBounce well you dont salt meat if you want bland meat

[kingarthurup]

I am with you!... bland is where it is at!

[tjmormon]

im eating it right now

[Essexpianos]

@tjmormon Hope its a different recipe

[flizzleFlopper]

It wasn't too much oil after she took some of it out...you need to keep filets moist...if you don't use oil, you'd better use something else to keep it moist. I like this recipe, the only thing I'd add is a minute or two of a butter basting. Yum...but not that healthy of course.

[LeEfAlBiZzLe]

who's the best chef in america? i've always been interested?

[ohpineapples]

Rita you rock !!! I'm so glad I found you and I will be making those steakes that way soon. Again, you rock and you are teaching me a lot !!! Thanks Rita !!!! Smile and winks ; )

[Essexpianos]

@ohpineapples mmhm... While you eat those... how bout you get some grammar lessons as well!

[ohpineapples]

@Essexpianos I have seen you put other people down here. Why do you feel that way? Are you unhappy? Seems so. Get a life. rotfl ps fix that piano

[DSimp9472]

The meat will stick at first but after about 3 mins or so it should release if your heat is right.... Just leave it alone for those first 3 mins and your presentation side should look great once you flip it... and dont cook it more that med-rare.... Its a filet mignon....lol

[SmilyMargot]

OMG that is A LOT of oil !! I cook my steak without any oil in the pan, I simply rub my steak with the oil prior to putting it in the pan.

[TheDebbyG]

@SmilyMargot That's exactly what I was thinking!

[tubejaboli78]

She did awsome..Thanks.About to cook mine~!!

[zenaku85]

i have to give mi opinion. using a fork to turn the meat is not a good idea. you have to treat your meat with care. and wash hands people!!!

[alogli]

put oil in when the pan is hot not before and even better... put oil on steak and then in hot pan! Also... too much oil for me! Not that i'm on a diet or anything, i just don't like it so fatty!

[david007co]

Great... thnx for that great recipe and its awesome explanation...

[fransack]

Filet Mignon + Lobster Meat = Heaven!

[rizzleinthehizzle]

i say she actually did a preety cool job

[TimTehPilot]

way too much oil. and its better in butter.

[southstar0511]

if you are all experts, why bother to watch this video?

[TimTehPilot]

experts want to judge how other people are cooking.

[darbnedwod]

You're not supposed to salt a filet before you cook it. Adding salt brings the moisture to the top and makes the filet more dry.

[Kiwi81supporter]

it's just an old myth, If you cook it right away you will be just fine.

[tamick21]

this video is semi informational.

[DUFFYISBACK]

well too much oil

[117Driver]

Filet mignon avg 5lbs cut to order $5.99 lb at Lansdale meats, Lansdale Pa.

[brianmiami]

Poor people can not afford Filet mignon

[kiminokami]

It's a special occasion thing.

[Tantrumzero]

You can get a decent cut of filet mignon for the same price as a fast food meal.

[northportman]

then dont buy it nor watch the video.

[zgescuro]

shouldn't scrape a non-stick pan with fork, Teflon will scratch and teflon will get into food and then we have a toxic pan.

[jflor98]

@zgescuro I don't ever use teflon pans because teflon gets in the food, people should use cast iron, stainless steel, or the titanium ones. Granted you have to use a little oil or non stick spray, but at least I avoid the teflon flaking into the food. A good well season stainless steel or cast iron pan is just hard to beat.

[tripleterrific]

@zgescuro that look like an anodized pan not teflon

[HaamSammich]

@zgescuro shut up

[ChainsawJulietx]

You can't get salmonella off of beef...e.e

[saberj2x]

I would have rather coat the meat with the oil like she did.... but instead of frying it on stainless + oil.... do it on a non stick butter

[dan3232]

Whats the best/healthiest to use in this scenario? Which kind of oil or butter?

[8GRUM8]

Unfortunately there is no real way of frying healthily with oils although metalqueen mentioned Peanut oil, worth looking into.

Of course if you dont use it the flavour is never as good, ive heard of people frying with lemon juice and vinegar and the like but that dosnt sound so appetising does it!?

I think the only thing really is to use an oil spray that way we use the smallest amount possible.

Personally I like to grill my stakes and season with some good oil after the cooking process

[uncoolben]

yeah, that's definately true

[metalqueen2000]

I agree. Aside form peanut oil, I cant tell the differance between virgin olive, olive, canola, and vegetable oil when you cook with it.

[uncoolben]

nice, but it's NOT filet mignon - these steaks re made of middle part of tenderloin, fm is from the rear, thinner part

[Essexpianos]

@uncoolben Good insight!

[tirona8187]

@uncoolben yep, those are beef tenderloin medallions!!

[blackchilliwing]

Why do so many American cooking shows use a temperature measuring device? Thats really weird.

[serendipityuk]

They are very mechanical cooks. I thought the same thing, and the timer. For God sake you should know how long 3, 5 or 7 minutes is without a timer. If it was 30 minutes then I can understand...

[error1315]

For doneness

like

Rare

Medium Rare

Medium

ect

[thesethingz]

i'm dyin' here... this looks DELICIOUS! ...And it's 2:00 a.m. where i'm at.

[thesethingz]

My opinion... why in the heck was A-1 ever created in the first place... it just sucks on any kind of meat. Never put it on any quality cut of beef.

[sinfuldavy0]

How thick are the steaks?

[Henryha]

I dunno why i watch these things when im super hungry... -_-

[ThaKillaSSJ]

@Henryha It's basically porn at that point. lol

[MrDripdrop]

@Henryha why dont u stop being a fat fuck and go exercise. Stop drinking soda stop eating sweet, start fucking lot's and lot's of people without protection

[Henryha]

@MrDripdrop LOLLLLLLLLLLLLLL. What does being hungry have to do with weight? Only fat unhealthy people get hungry? Lol fuken idiot. I couldn't get fat if i tried

[MrDripdrop]

@Henryha well aren't you fucking special, make a fist and go fuck yourself. I love U

[Henryha]

@MrDripdrop As long as u love me, i dont care about anything else

[seahawks37tds]

@Henryha lol i do the same exact thing, sure doesn't help too much.

[rabbiteh]

i wouldnt use any oil to sear the meat

heat the pan white hot and it'll make a nice crust on the beef

[LordOmberus]

The high heat needed for a good sear just breaks down all the tasty healthy compounds in Extra Virgin anyway.