Wednesday, March 05, 2008

serious supper

I'm back! I've been busy studying and filling out applications...but I'm back, just in time for spring.

We had some friends over last night to watch the Texas, Ohio, Rhode Island, Vermont primaries...and we made a killer dinner in the meantime. It was a delightful departure from a savory steak sauce - and the best part - it's easy!

Filets Mignon with Goat Cheese and Balsamic Reduction
Serves: 4
Prep time: 25 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes

You'll need:
  • 4 filets mignon, 6 oz. or so apiece (about an inch thick)
  • 3 oz. goat cheese
  • 1 1/2 C. balsamic vinegar
  • 3 T. sugar
  • 2 T. butter (to rub the steaks with)
  • Salt & Pepper

1.) Combine balsamic vinegar and sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat. Simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes, until the vinegar has reduced to 1/2 C. or less.

2) Rub the steaks with butter on either side, and season with salt and pepper.

3) Broil the steaks for 3 minutes per side (medium rare) or 5 minutes per side (medium well).

4) Top the steaks with crumbled goat cheese, and put them back under the broiler for another 1-2 minutes until the cheese just begins to brown.

5) Serve the goat-cheese topped steaks with a healthy drizzle of the balsamic reduction on top.

Try this with:
Garlicky green beans sauteed with balsamic vinegar
Roasted potatoes with garlic and rosemary
Simple greens with dijon vinaigrette
Your favorite red wine
Your favorite people

Buon appetit! XO

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