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Indulgent Filet Mignon Shrimp Lobster

A rich yet balanced dinner featuring tender filet mignon topped with a creamy shrimp and lobster sauce that tastes straight out of a steakhouse, made simply at home.

Ingredients
  

For the steak

  • 4 filet mignon steaks 6 to 8 oz each
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons butter or oil

For the seafood and sauce

  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 8 oz lobster meat chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • ΒΌ cup white wine optional
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Instructions
 

  • Pat the steaks dry and season both sides with salt and pepper. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, then add the butter or oil. Place the steaks in the pan and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side for medium-rare. Remove from the pan, place on a plate, and loosely cover with foil to rest.
  • Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the same skillet. Add the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, stirring, until fragrant.
  • Add the shrimp and lobster. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring gently, until the shrimp turn pink. Remove the seafood and set aside.
  • Pour in the wine if using and scrape up any browned bits. Let it simmer for 1 minute, then add the heavy cream. Simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until slightly thickened.
  • Return the shrimp and lobster to the pan and warm through for about 1 minute. Season to taste.
  • Place the steaks on plates, spoon the sauce over the top, sprinkle with parsley, and serve immediately.