Presidential Steak

Presidential Steak

Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 4 (6- to 8-ounce) 1-1/4-inch filet mignon steaks
• ¹/4 teaspoon salt
• ¹/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 slices bacon

Dijon Herb Butter:

• ¹/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley
• ¹/8 teaspoon cracked peppercorns

1. In a medium bowl, make the Dijon Herb Butter by combining the butter, mustard, parsley, and cracked peppercorns. Mix until combined then place in a crock and chill until ready to use.
   
2. Preheat the broiler. Season the steaks with salt and pepper.
   
3. In a large skillet, slightly cook the bacon over medium-high heat until lightly browned but not crisp. Wrap 1 slice of bacon around each steak and secure with a wooden toothpick.
   
4. Place steaks on a broiler pan or rimmed baking sheet and broil 5 to 6 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness beyond that. Remove toothpicks and serve with a scoop of Dijon Herb Butter topping each steak.