"Pat DiPersia" > wrote in message
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> I've done some research on the subject of cooking filets, and everything I
> can find says, "Do NOT do anything to the steaks before cooking them."
They
> mean not add seasoning, spices, etc. The biggest concern is adding
anything
> that contains salt to the filet, which will pull all the juices out of the
> meat. At least that part I can agree on.
>
> However, no matter what I do, I can never get a really good taste with
> steaks, especially filet. I understand that filet (By most opinions) has
> the least flavor and you need to season it. But I've had filets at
> restaurants that are out of this world; I just want to know what they do.
> Does it marinate for days? Or is it the secret sauce they use?

Probably butter, bacon fat, etc. Filet is very lean.
>
> Last night I cooked some filets. We like them med-rare usually and they
> always come out very tender and juicy. Prior to cooking, I slathered the
> meat up with some oil and worchestire (sp?) sauce, and added some pepper,
> garlic powder and minced onion. They were cooked for 7-8 minutes on the
> first side, about 5-6 on the flip side. I NEVER cut into a steak to
verify
> it's done, and we always let them sit for about 5 minutes before eating.
> Still, not enough flavor for me.
>
> Any suggestions?
>
>

Move to another cut of beef, like ribeye, which is more marbled. Filet is
tender and that's its calling card, not flavorful.

Jack Bif