Elegant Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon with Balsamic Onion Reduction

Elevate your dining experience with this exquisite dish featuring succulent filet mignon wrapped in crispy bacon, accompanied by a luscious balsamic onion reduction. A culinary masterpiece that is sure to impress any discerning palate.

Ingredients

Ingredients for Balsamic Onion Reduction
1	⁄4 cup canola oil
2	medium onions, thinly sliced
1/8	teaspoon salt
1/4	teaspoon pepper
1/4	cup sugar
1/2	cup balsamic vinegar
Ingredients for Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon
1-2	tablespoons canola oil
1	lb filet mignon, cut into 4 pieces
4	bacon slices
	crushed black peppercorns

Instructions

• Preparation of Balsamic Onion Reduction

  1. Heat canola oil in a large frying pan over high heat.
  2. Add thinly sliced onions and reduce the heat to medium.
  3. Season with salt and pepper, stirring thoroughly.
  4. Cook the onions slowly for approximately 15 minutes until very soft.
  5. Sprinkle sugar over the onions and reduce the heat to low.
  6. Mix well and cook for 5-10 more minutes, allowing most of the liquid to be absorbed.
  7. Pour in balsamic vinegar and cook for 20-40 minutes until a dark, rich syrup is formed.

• Preparation of Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon

  1. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees.
  2. Heat canola oil in an oven-proof skillet.
  3. Wrap a slice of bacon around each piece of filet mignon, securing it with a toothpick if necessary.
  4. Season the steaks with crushed black peppercorns.
  5. Sear each side of the filets for about 2 minutes.
  6. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 10 minutes for a medium-rare doneness.
  7. Remove the filets from the skillet and allow them to rest for 1-2 minutes before serving with the warm balsamic onion reduction poured on top.

Aug 03, 2024