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Smoked Bacon-Wrapped Filets Recipe with Bacon Blue Cheese Crust

Restaurant-quality bacon-wrapped filet mignon with reverse sear method and bacon blue cheese crust. Smoked, seared, and broiled for the ultimate steakhouse experience at home.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 filet mignon steaks 6-8 oz each
  • 2 strips thick-cut bacon
  • Kosher salt and black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or beef tallow
  • 1/4 cup blue cheese crumbles
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • 1 slice cooked bacon chopped
  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tsp hot sauce
  • 1 tbsp panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce

Method
 

  1. Bring filets to room temperature and season with salt and pepper. Wrap each with bacon and secure.
  2. Smoke at 225°F for 45-60 minutes until internal temperature reaches 115-120°F.
  3. Make blue cheese crust by mixing all crust ingredients until thick paste forms.
  4. Sear filets in smoking hot cast iron for 60-90 seconds per side.
  5. Top with blue cheese mixture and broil 1-2 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  6. Rest 5 minutes before serving. Final temperature should be 130°F for medium-rare.

Notes

Use meat thermometer for accuracy. Watch broiler carefully to prevent burning. Let steaks come to room temperature before cooking.