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Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon with Blue Cheese

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Juicy filet mignon steaks are wrapped in crispy thick-cut bacon, seared to perfection, and finished with a creamy, tangy blue cheese topping. This restaurant-quality steak recipe is easy enough for weeknights and impressive enough for special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 2 filet mignon steaks (6–8 oz each, center-cut preferred)
  • Salt (about 1/2 teaspoon per steak)
  • Freshly ground black pepper (about 1/4 teaspoon per steak)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2–4 slices thick-cut bacon (enough to wrap each filet)
  • Toothpicks (optional, for securing bacon)
  • 1/3 cup crumbled blue cheese (about 2 oz)
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley or chives
  • 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • Fresh thyme sprigs (optional, to tuck under bacon)

Instructions

  1. Remove steaks from fridge 30 minutes before cooking. Pat dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Wrap each steak with 1-2 slices of bacon, overlapping slightly. Secure with toothpicks if needed.
  3. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Position rack in the middle.
  4. In a small bowl, mix blue cheese, butter, and parsley or chives until combined. Set aside.
  5. Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. When shimmering, add bacon-wrapped filets. Sear 2-3 minutes per side until bacon is browned and steak is golden. Sear side edges for 1 minute if possible.
  6. Transfer skillet to oven. Roast 5-7 minutes for medium rare (135°F), 8-10 minutes for medium (140°F). Use a meat thermometer for accuracy.
  7. Remove steaks from oven. Top each with blue cheese mixture. Return to oven for 1-2 minutes, just until cheese starts to melt.
  8. Transfer steaks to a plate, tent loosely with foil, and let rest 5 minutes. Remove toothpicks before serving.
  9. Sprinkle with extra herbs if desired. Serve hot with your favorite sides.

Notes

Let steaks come to room temperature before cooking for even results. Use thick-cut bacon for best texture. If bacon isn’t crisping, broil for 30 seconds. Add blue cheese topping at the end to prevent over-melting. For more servings, double or triple the recipe and work in batches. Substitute goat cheese or gorgonzola for blue cheese if desired.

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