How to make Filet Medallions and Rattlesnake bite recipe step by step guide

By:chef ssentongo Geoffrey

From : Mr Easy Recipes

Here are the recipes for Filet Medallions and Rattlesnake Bites, along with step-by-step guides:

Filet Medallions Recipe
Ingredients:

• 4 (6-8 oz) filet mignon steaks
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/4 cup cognac (optional)
• 1/4 cup beef broth
• 2 tbsp butter
• Fresh parsley or thyme for garnish

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Preheat: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Season: Season filets with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
3. Sear: Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over high heat. Sear filets for 1-2 minutes per side, or until browned.
4. Finish: Transfer skillet to preheated oven and cook for 8-12 minutes, or until filets reach desired level of doneness.
5. Reduce: Remove skillet from oven and reduce heat to medium. Add cognac (if using) and beef broth to skillet, scraping up browned bits.
6. Butter: Add butter to skillet and stir until melted.
7. Serve: Serve filets with sauce spooned over top, garnished with parsley or thyme.

Rattlesnake Bites Recipe
Ingredients:

• 1 lb jalapeño peppers
• 1 cup cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• Vegetable oil for frying

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Prep: Preheat oil in a deep frying pan to 350°F (175°C).
2. Slice: Slice jalapeños in half lengthwise and remove seeds and membranes.
3. Fill: Fill each jalapeño half with a spoonful of cream cheese mixture (see below).
4. Coat: Coat filled jalapeños in panko breadcrumbs.
5. Fry: Fry coated jalapeños in hot oil for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown.
6. Drain: Drain fried jalapeños on paper towels.
7. Serve: Serve Rattlesnake Bites hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Cream Cheese Mixture:

• Mix softened cream cheese with shredded cheddar cheese, chopped cilantro, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.

Tips:

• Use caution when handling jalapeños, as the oils in the peppers can cause skin irritation.
• If you like a little extra heat, you can add diced jalapeños or serrano peppers to the cream cheese mixture.
• Experiment with different types of cheese or seasonings in the cream cheese mixture to create unique flavor combinations.