Filet Mignon with Northwest Mushroom Sauce  

4 servings

Preparation Time: 20 minutes / Cook Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients:

2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil

1/2 cup of onions, sliced

1/2 cup of water

8 oz. of fresh white mushrooms, sliced, or wild mushrooms

1 tsp. of salt (optional)

1 tsp. of sugar

1 tbsp. of low-sodium soy sauce

1/2 tsp. of dried savory

1 tbsp. of cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp. of water

4 4-oz. portions of filet mignon

Instructions:

Light the grill. Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions and sauté until they become slightly browned.

Add the water and the mushrooms and cover the skillet. Let the mushrooms and onions simmer for 1/2 hour. The mushrooms will be greatly reduced in size and will be covered with liquid.

Add the salt, sugar, soy sauce, and savory. Stir and let simmer for another 2 minutes. Thicken with the cornstarch mixture and keep warm.

Grill or oven broil the steaks to desired doneness. Set steaks on plates and pour mushrooms and onions over. Serve.

Nutritional information:

 Calories per serving: 315

Carbohydrates: 8 grams

Fat: 16 grams

Protein: 34 grams

Fiber: 0 grams

Sodium: 320 milligrams