GRILLED MARINATED FILET MIGNON

SERVES 4

Filet mignon, sliced from the beef tenderloin, always make a quick and easy entree. The only time required in this recipe is for the marinating process. I cook the garlic and oil in the microwave both to flavor the oil and to mellow the flavor of the garlic. Use fresh herbs if available.

INGREDIENTS

4 tablespoons olive oil

2 large cloves garlic, coarsely chopped

4 filet mignon, about 1-1/2 inch thick each

1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves

1 teaspoon dried marjoram leaves

1 teaspoon dried rosemary leaves

Salt and pepper to taste

Place the oil and garlic in a small microwavable bowl. Cover loosely with a paper towel. Microwave on high for 1 minute. Remove from microwave and let cool. When cool, add the thyme, marjoram and rosemary; stir to combine. Place beef in a shallow baking dish just large enough to hold them in one layer. Pour the herb oil over and turn steaks several times to coat all sides. Cover and marinate for 1 hour. (You can marinate for several hours in the refrigerator. ) Preheat grill on high. Remove steaks from marinade and pat dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper. Grill over high heat about 5 minutes per side for medium-rare. Remove from grill and let rest about 5 minutes before serving.

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