How to cook filet mignon, Steak marinade, How to cook flank steak
If you want to know how to cook filet mignon, it is good to know where this cut of beef comes from. This steak, along with what is known as the filet steak and tender steak all are cut from the beef tenderloin muscle. These boneless cuts with very little fat are very tender. They are cut across the grain from a beef tenderloin roast. These steaks are great for fast dry cooking. This is the easiest steak to cook because the flavor is so delicious, they need no seasoning. They are so tender that they need no tenderizer or marinade. It can be as simple as spraying a skillet with an oil and brown on each side until your preference of doneness is achieved.
If you are asking how to cook beef tenderloin as well as cooking filet mignon, you might be interested in cooking whole beef tenderloin for a dinner. The recipe below will guide you to doing this, but remember this is the very best cut of the beef and the most expensive. Do not ruin it by overcooking.

BEEF TENDERLOIN
- 1 Whole beef tenderloin
- 1 Small bottle soy sauce
- ¼ Cup Italian salad dressing
Combine soy sauce and dressing. Marinate in the refrigerator for 3 hours, turning often. Place in a preheated oven at 400F degrees with marinade for 25 minutes for medium rare.
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