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Pan Seared Filet Mignon with Pear Gorgonzola Conchiglioni Gratin

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
  • Total Time: 0 hours
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian, American

Description

Treat your loved one to an indulgent and flavorful dinner with this pan-seared filet mignon served with a Pear and Ricotta Conchiglioni Gratin, all topped with a creamy Gorgonzola sauce. Perfect for a romantic dinner or special occasion!


Ingredients

Pear and Ricotta Conchiglioni:

  • 1/2 cup ricotta

  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream

  • 1 pear, peeled and cubed

  • Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste

  • 16 conchiglioni shells

Gorgonzola Sauce:

  • 1/4 cup butter

  • 1/4 cup flour

  • 2 1/2 cups milk, warm

  • 6 ounces crumbled gorgonzola

  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Filet Mignon Steaks:

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  • 2 filet mignon steaks (10 โ€“ 12 ounces each)

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil


Instructions

  • Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Gratin:
    Preheat the oven to 400ยฐF (200ยฐC). In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta, diced pear, and heavy cream. Season with salt and pepper and set aside.

  • Cook the Conchiglioni:
    Boil salted water in a large pot and cook the conchiglioni shells for 2-3 minutes less than the package instructions, just until theyโ€™re not yet al dente. Drain and run under cold water to stop the cooking process.

  • Prepare the Gorgonzola Sauce:
    In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute to remove the raw flour smell. Gradually add the warm milk, whisking constantly until the sauce begins to thicken. Add the crumbled gorgonzola and parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

  • Assemble the Gratin:
    Stuff the cooked conchiglioni with the ricotta-pear mixture. Layer some of the gorgonzola sauce in a medium baking dish or cast iron pan. Arrange the stuffed shells on top and pour the remaining sauce over them. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes or until the pasta is al dente. Optionally, broil for 2-3 minutes to make the top golden and bubbly.

  • Cook the Filet Mignon:
    Season the filet mignon steaks generously with salt and pepper. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet or cast iron pan over medium-high heat until smoking. Add the steaks and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side. Remove from the pan when the internal temperature reaches 135ยฐF for medium-rare, cover with foil, and let rest for at least 5 minutes.

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  • Serve:
    Once the gratin has finished baking, let it rest for 5 minutes. Serve the filet mignon steaks alongside the pear and ricotta conchiglioni gratin, topped with the remaining gorgonzola sauce.



Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 950
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 68 g
  • Saturated Fat: 32g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 45g
  • Cholesterol: 135mg