Properly butchered and trimmed, a filet mignon ... rare steak, cook each side for five minutes under medium-high heat ...

Let steaks rest at room temperature for at least 20 minutes ... about 6 minutes more for medium-rare. Transfer steaks to a cutting board and let rest at least 5 minutes. Wipe out pan and set ...

Filet mignon and beef tenderloin ... For the perfect medium-rare steak, Suzuki recommends cooking it until it hits an internal temperature of 130 to 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Kreider thinks the ...