Serves: 2

Why this spice: A base layer of Collected Foods Coffee Rub under cracked peppercorns gives filet a dual crust—coffee-deep and pepper-hot.

Ingredients

• 2 filet mignon steaks (6–8 oz)
• 1 tbsp Collected Foods Coffee Rub
• 1 tbsp coarsely cracked black peppercorns
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1 tbsp oil
• 2 tbsp butter
• Cognac or stock for pan sauce, optional

Directions

1. Press Coffee Rub, then peppercorns and salt onto both sides of the filets.
2. Sear in oil over medium-high 3–4 minutes per side. Add butter and baste.
3. Optional: deglaze pan with a splash of cognac or stock for a quick sauce.
4. Rest 5 minutes before serving.

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