Filet Mignon with Garlic Shrimp Cream Sauce

Ingredients

• 2 filet mignon steaks
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup white wine
• 1/2 pound peeled and deveined shrimp
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the onion and garlic and cook until the onion is translucent, about 3 minutes.
3. Add the filet mignon steaks and cook for 3 minutes per side, or until cooked to your desired doneness.
4. Remove the steaks from the skillet and set aside.
5. Add the white wine to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
6. Add the shrimp and cook until they are just cooked through, about 2 minutes.
7. Add the cream and cook for 1 minute, stirring to combine.
8. Return the steaks to the skillet and cook for 1 minute to heat through.
9. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
10. Serve the steaks with the garlic shrimp cream sauce.

Interesting Facts

• Filet mignon is a cut of beef taken from the tenderloin of the cow.
• Garlic shrimp cream sauce is a classic Italian dish that is popular in many restaurants.
• This dish is perfect for a romantic dinner for two or a weeknight meal.