A filet mignon, which translates from French directly as "cute fillet", is a cut of beef from the smaller end of a beef carcass. Since it is cut from the most tender portion of the cow, it is a prized cut and can be quite expensive. It is usually grilled and served as is so that the taste of the beef can be enjoyed fully. Find yourself a delicious filet mignon recipe and have a nice, quiet meal by yourself or with someone special tonight. Treat yourself!

National Filet Mignon Day is on August 13th, and celebrates a very special cut of beef.

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