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12 Ways To Impress Your Guests With Filet Mignon and Tenderloin

Ready to impress your taste buds? These recipes highlight the rich, tender flavors of beef tenderloin and filet mignon, taking your home-cooked meals to a whole new level. Whether you’re preparing a quick weeknight dinner or planning an elegant celebration, these dishes offer something for every occasion.

You’ll find options for every cooking style—grilled, seared, roasted, or even air-fried. Each recipe is designed to deliver a melt-in-your-mouth experience, from savory crusted steaks to indulgent pairings with lobster or shrimp. There’s even a guide to mastering the art of beef tenderloin, perfect for building your confidence in the kitchen.

Explore this collection and find your next favorite dish. With creative sauces, luxurious pairings, and foolproof techniques, you’ll feel like a pro chef with every bite. Whether it’s a weekday treat or a holiday showpiece, these recipes make it easy to enjoy restaurant-quality meals at home.

Crab-Stuffed Beef Tenderloin

Crab-Stuffed Beef Tenderloin. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Treat yourself to this indulgent crab-stuffed beef tenderloin. The rich, buttery beef pairs beautifully with the sweetness of crab, making it perfect for a memorable occasion.
Get the Recipe: Crab-Stuffed Beef Tenderloin

How To Cook Beef Tenderloin

How To Cook Beef Tenderloin. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

A detailed guide to cooking beef tenderloin to perfection. From preparation to cooking tips, this is your go-to resource for mastering this prized cut with tender, flavorful results.
Get the Recipe: How To Cook Beef Tenderloin

Seared Filet Mignon

Seared Filet Mignon. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Achieve a beautifully crusted filet mignon with this pan-searing method. A simple, cost-effective way to create steakhouse-quality steak at home.
Get the Recipe: Seared Filet Mignon

Blackstone Filet Mignon with Lobster

Blackstone Filet Mignon with Lobster. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

A luxurious pairing of filet mignon and lobster, cooked on a Blackstone. Perfect for celebrations or when you want a sophisticated and satisfying dinner.
Get the Recipe: Blackstone Filet Mignon with Lobster

Filet Mignon with Whiskey Garlic Shrimp Sauce [Surf & Turf]

Filet Mignon with Whiskey Garlic Shrimp Sauce [Surf & Turf]. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

Tender filet mignon topped with a rich garlic shrimp sauce infused with whiskey. This surf-and-turf recipe is perfect for special occasions or an elegant night in.
Get the Recipe: Filet Mignon with Whiskey Garlic Shrimp Sauce [Surf & Turf]

Pan-Seared Filet Mignon with Red Wine Sauce

Pan-Seared Filet Mignon with Red Wine Sauce. Photo credit: Vanilla Bean Cuisine.

Enjoy restaurant-quality steak at home with this pan-seared filet mignon. Finished with a tangy red wine-dijon sauce, it’s a simple yet refined dinner option.
Get the Recipe: Pan-Seared Filet Mignon with Red Wine Sauce

Perfect Grilled Filet Mignon

Perfect Grilled Filet Mignon. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

Learn to grill filet mignon to perfection, ensuring a tender and juicy steak. Ideal for special dinners or anytime you want to treat yourself to gourmet dining at home.
Get the Recipe: Perfect Grilled Filet Mignon

Traeger Smoked Beef Tenderloin

Traeger Smoked Beef Tenderloin. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

This tender beef tenderloin is smoked to perfection on a Traeger grill. A flavorful choice for special occasions or when you want an impressive main course.
Get the Recipe: Traeger Smoked Beef Tenderloin

Balsamic Dijon Beef Tenderloin

Balsamic Dijon Beef Tenderloin. Photo credit: Running To The Kitchen.

A show-stopping balsamic dijon beef tenderloin roast, served with Meyer lemon gremolata. This simple yet impressive dish is perfect for celebrations or holiday dinners.
Get the Recipe: Balsamic Dijon Beef Tenderloin

Air Fryer Filet Mignon

Air Fryer Filet Mignon. Photo credit: Running To The Kitchen.

Make filet mignon effortlessly with this air fryer recipe. Cooked to tender, juicy perfection every time, it’s a great choice for an impressive yet low-effort meal.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Filet Mignon

Holiday Beef Wellington

Holiday Beef Wellington. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Celebrate in style with this classic beef Wellington. Made with tenderloin wrapped in a flaky crust, it’s a festive centerpiece for your holiday dinner table.
Get the Recipe: Holiday Beef Wellington

Pan Roasted Beef Tenderloin Medallions with Tomato Relish

Pan Roasted Beef Tenderloin Medallions with Tomato Relish. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Quick and flavorful, these seared beef medallions are paired with a vibrant tomato relish. Perfect for a speedy, satisfying dinner made in one pan.
Get the Recipe: Pan Roasted Beef Tenderloin Medallions with Tomato Relish

Traeger Beef Wellington

Traeger Beef Wellington Recipe. Photo Credit: Or Whatever You Do

Making Beef Wellington can seem intimidating, but it is actually really approachable using this step-by-step guide. Present something really incredible to your family!

Get the recipe: Traeger Beef Wellington