Chattanooga Whiskey Glazed Filet Mignon

Fix a steak that is on fire—literally! The finishing touch of this juicy steak recipe is to add whiskey to the hot pan. It creates a flame and leaves behind a sweet glaze that delivers a new depth of flavor with every bite.

Level

Intermediate

Prep time

5 minutes

Cook time

12-15 minutes

Serves

Cook it with our

Classic Cast Iron Skillet

Ingredients

2, 6-ounce filets
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
2 cloves garlic, smashed
1 sprig rosemary
¼ cup Chattanooga Whiskey
2 tablespoons brown sugar
¼ teaspoon salt

Directions

Dissolve brown sugar and ¼ teaspoon salt in whiskey, set aside.
Season filets well on all sides with salt and pepper. Gradually preheat 8 inch skillet over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil.
Sear filets for 4-5 minutes on one side. Flip and add butter and rosemary. Baste with butter and cook for 4-5 additional minutes, or until desired doneness.
Turn burner off. Carefully add the whiskey mixture to skillet. Light the mixture using a long-handled lighter. Caution: there will be fire!
Allow alcohol completely to burn away. Remove steaks and allow to rest 5 minutes. Turn the skillet back to medium-low heat and simmer for an additional 2 minutes until the glaze thickens.
Discard garlic cloves and rosemary. Spoon the glaze over filets and serve.