Filet Mignon with Cognac-Cream Sauce

The last time I went to visit my parents my dad opens the fridge and asks, “Do you wanna take home some parsley.” I say, “Sure, I don’t know what I’ll make with it, but I’m sure I can find a recipe.” Next thing you know I’m on my way home carrying a market tote full of spices, parsley, cream, three pieces of filet mignon and a Williams-Sonoma cookbook. I should go visit my mom and dad everyday!!

Last night I prepared the recipe that the two of them swore was amazing and I must admit they were right. It was delicious! It didn’t look exactly like the picture in the cookbook, but really… does anything every turn out as perfect as a recipe book makes it look? Not when I cook, but maybe that’s just me.

The result of an hour spent in the kitchen:

The result of five minutes at the dinner table:

I think the above picture says it all. The meal was quite tasty. Below is the recipe. I scanned it from the Williams-Sonoma Steak & Chop cookbook. The picture is probably not very clear. If you are interested in the recipe send me an email and I’ll be glad to share it with you.