Filets with Tarragon Butter

Ingredients And Procedures

Ingredients
4	tablespoon	butter, softened
2	tablespoon	shallots, finely minced
1	teaspoon	dried tarragon
12	oz	filet of beef (2 pieces)(2 inches thick)
1		salt, to taste
1		pepper to taste
1	teaspoon	olive oil

Directions:
TO PREPARE THE TARRAGON BUTTER: Saute the shallots in 1 teaspoon butter for 3-4 minutes, or until beginning to brown. Stir into the remaining butter, along with the tarragon. Divide into two mounds; flatten between sheets of wax paper. Place in the freezer. TO COOK THE STEAKS: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Heat the oil in a cast-iron skillet or oven-proof pan over high heat. salt and pepper the filets. Brown on all sides. Put the pan in the oven; bake for 5 minutes (for medium-rare). Let the steaks rest several hours before serving. When ready to serve, top with Tarragon Butter.

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