Steakhouse Filet with Truffle Mashed Potatoes

Servings: 2
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes

Ingredients

For the Filet:
2 American Wagyu or USDA Prime Filet Mignon steaks
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp butter
2 cloves garlic, crushed
2 sprigs thyme

For the Truffle Mashed Potatoes:
2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
4 tbsp butter
½ cup heavy cream (warm)
1–2 tsp truffle oil (to taste)
Salt to taste

Instructions

Make the potatoes:
Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash with butter, warm cream, and truffle oil. Season with salt and adjust to taste.

Cook the filets:
Heat olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Season filets with salt and pepper. Sear 3–4 minutes per side until desired doneness. Add butter, garlic, and thyme; baste for another minute. Remove from heat and rest for 5 minutes.

Serve:
 Spoon truffle mashed potatoes onto a plate and top with filet. Drizzle any pan butter over the steak for added richness.