Take the gourmet flavor of our premium tenderloin to a whole new level by adding the full-bodied flavor of a Portobello mushroom and the rich Mediterranean zest of roasted red peppers and goat cheese.

• 4 bison 6 oz. filet mignon steaks
• 3 Tbs. vegetable oil
• 1/2 tsp. ground rosemary
• 1-1/2 tsp. salt, divided
• 1-1/2 tsp. black pepper, divided
• 4 3 1/2 to 4 inch diameter portobello mushrooms, stems and grills removed
• 1 Tbs. plus 1 tsp. olive oil
• 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
• 7 ounces jar bottled roasted red bell peppers, drained
• 1/2 lb. goat cheese

Created by: Chef Forrest D. Waldo, II C.E.C.

Roasted Bison Filet Mignon Steaks

Preheat oven to 450°F. In a 12-inch heavy skillet (preferably cast-iron) heat 1 1/2 tablespoons oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking. Sear half of steaks until browned, about 2 minutes on each side. Transfer steaks to a shallow baking pan. Sear remaining steaks in remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons oil in same manner. When steaks are just cool enough to handle, sprinkle with rosemary, 1 teaspoon pepper, and 1 teaspoon salt, to taste. Roast steaks in middle of oven, 8 minutes for medium-rare. Turn oven down to 350°F. Transfer bison steaks from oven to platter and keep warm.

Portobello Mushrooms with Goat Cheese and Seasoned Roasted Red Peppers

Arrange mushrooms, rounded side down, in 9x13 inch glass baking dish after rubbing with oil and tossing with green onions. Sprinkle with remaining salt and pepper. Bake in oven at 350°F until tender, about 15 minutes. Transfer mushrooms to platter with Bison steaks. Divide goat cheese into four 2-oz. portions and fill Portobello caps, garnish with roasted red peppers and top with roasted bison steaks.

Per serving: calories 603, fat 35.5g, 54% calories from fat, cholesterol 195mg, protein 60.2g, carbohydrates 9.0g, fiber 1.4g, sugar 6.1g, sodium 994mg, diet points 15.2.

Dietary Exchanges: Milk: 0.0, Vegetable: 1.0, Fruit: 0.0, Bread: 0.0, Lean meat: 7.9, Fat: 4.8, Sugar: 0.0, Very lean meat protein: 0.0

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