Filet mignon’s hallmark tenderness can be attributed to its unique muscle structure. Unlike cuts from weight-bearing muscles, such as the chuck or round, the tenderloin does little heavy lifting.

A filet mignon typically weighs between 5 and 6 ounces,, and you can expect to get a total of 6 to 10 pounds of it per steer. Compared to the 12 to 14 pounds of tenderloin, that's quite a bit less ...

Prepping a filet is simple. First, remove the steak from the refrigerator at least 30 minutes before cooking to bring the meat up to room temperature. This small but crucial step will result in a ...

Here it is: Filet mignon isn’t just the most overrated steak or cut of meat. It’s the most overrated and overhyped dish in dining history. I apologize if you just choked on your steak.

Whole cuts have been called the “holy grail” of plant-based meat. One Slovenian company is producing a vegan filet mignon that looks like the real deal.