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The Best Bacon-Wrapped Filet Mignon Recipe

The best bacon-wrapped filet mignon recipe is delicious and easy.
Servings 4
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes

Equipment

  • Z Grills Smoker Grill
  • Z Grills Hickory Wood Pellets

Ingredients

  • 4 filet mignon steaks, 2 - 2½ inches thick
  • 4 slices bacon
  • 1 clove garlic, cut in two
  • 1 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  • Wrap the steaks in bacon, securing with toothpick or butcher’s twine.
  • Allow to come up to room temperature – 20 minutes.
  • Preheat your pellet grill to 450F.
  • Rub the steaks with the cut clove of garlic.
  • In a small bowl, mix together salt, pepper, and olive oil and rub into the steaks.
  • Place the steaks on the hot grill. Cook for 2½ minutes, turn to give a criss-cross effect and cook for another 2½ minutes. Flip the steaks and repeat.
  • Check the internal temperature and cook for a little longer if needed.
  • When done to your liking, remove from the grill, cover with foil, and allow to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
  • Tuck into a taste sensation.
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: bacon, Steak