Filet Diane Recipe: Your Dinner Delight

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On today's episode:
Filets, Diane Style – Two 6-7 oz filets 1 teaspoon oil 1 large shallot (chopped) 12 green peppercorns ½ tsp capers ½ cup sherry 3 tablespoons brandy 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce salt and freshly cracked pepper 1 tablespoon butter 1 teaspoon chopped parsley

1. Salt and pepper filets. Add 1 tsp oil to fry pan. Cook filets to your liking. Remove to rest.
2. Add shallots to pan. Add peppercorn and capers to fry pan.
3. Add sherry and brandy. Cook off liqueur. Add Worcestershire and balsamic and reduce. Add butter and parsley and pour over sauce.

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Episode Transcript

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Welcome to a mouth watering episode ofWhat's for Dinner. I'm your host,
and today I have a culinary treasurechest to share with you, the Filet
Dianne. Now, you might bewondering why should I prepare this recipe for
dinner. Well, my friends,there are countless reasons why Filet Dianne should
be the star of your evening meal, and I'm here to unravel them all.
Picture this, It's been a longday and you find yourself standing in

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your kitchen wondering what to prepare fordinner. You could go for the usual
suspects, but tonight you crave somethingextraordinary, something that transcends the ordinary.
That's where Filet Dianne steps into thespotlight. First and foremost, it's a
classic dish, a culinary legend that'sbeen tantalizing taste buds for generations. When

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you serve Filet Dianne, you're notjust making dinner. You're paying homage to
a timeless recipe that has delighted discerningpalates for ages. Now let's talk about
the star of the show. Thoseluscious six seven ounce filets of beef.
These cuts are the epitome of indulgence. Promising a texture so tender it's like
a love poem to your taste buds. Whether you're treating yourself or impressing guests,

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these filets are a guarantee that yourmeal will be unforgettable. And let's
not forget about the sauce. TheFilet Diane sauce is a flavor explosion like
no other. It's a symphony ofsherry, brandy, Worcestershire sauce, and
balsamic vinegar, each note harmonizing tocreate a melody of taste that dances across
your palate. It's a sauce socaptivating you'll find yourself savoring every bite.

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Now, I know what you're thinking, but why should I take the time
to prepare this? Well, dearlisteners, because the joy of cooking and
sharing a meal like Filet Diane isunmatched. It's an experience that goes beyond
just satisfying your hunger. It's aboutcreating a moment of pure culinary pleasure,
a moment to savor with loved onesor savor on your own. All right,
let's set the stage for our culinarymasterpiece, file Diane. Picture this

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too, magnificent six seven ounce filetsof beef like the stars of your very
own gourmet show. These filets shouldbe marbled to perfection, promising tenderness that
will make your taste buds do ahappy dance. Give them a generous sprinkle
of salt and freshly cracked pepper,because we believe in seasoning at every stage.
Now, grab your favorite skillet,one that's seen its fair share of

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culinary adventures. Add a teaspoon ofoil and heat it up until it shimmers
with anticipation. This is where themagic begins. Carefully place those filets in
the pan and let them sizzle away. How long to cook them, well,
that's your call. Whether you preferthem rare, medium rare, or
well done. Let these filets charto your heart's desire. It's like watching

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a captivating drama unfold in your kitchen. Once your filets have achieved the desired
level of dunness, set them asideto rest. They've been the stars of
the show so far, and everystar deserves a moment to bask in the
spotlight. Now back to our trustyskillet, where the real flavor symphony begins.
Toss in some finely chopped shalots.They're like the supporting actors in this

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culinary masterpiece. Sprinkle in a handfulof green peppercorns for a spicy, lively
twist. And don't forget the capers, those tiny flavor bombs that add a
burst of tanginess to our sauce.It's like a plot twist in your taste
buds. But here's where things getreally exciting. Pour in half a cup
of sherry and let it mingle withthe shallots, peppercorns, and capers.

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The kitchen fills with the rich aromaof this fantastic concoction. Then add three
tablespoons of brandy. Yes, youheard it right, brandy. This is
where the culinary fireworks truly begin.As that brandy sizzles and simmers, it's
like watching a suspenseful movie climax.Now, let's add some depth to our
sauce. A tablespoon of Worcestershire saucebrings in that oumammi richness that you can't

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resist. Two tablespoons of balsamic vinegaradd a sweet, tangy kick that takes
this sauce to the next level.As the sauce reduces, it's like the
final act of a mesmerizing play,drawing you in with every aromatic moment.
But hold on, we're not doneyet. For the grand finale, add
a tablespoon of butter. That's right, we're making things velvety smooth, and

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to freshen it up, sprinkle ina teaspoon of chopped parsley. It's like
the applause at the end of afantastic performance, the perfect finishing touch,
and there you have it, FiletDiane in all its glory. So,
my fellow foodies, I hope you'vesavored every detail of this culinary adventure.
Remember this podcast is brought to youby Quiet Please Studios. If you've enjoyed

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next time. Keep exploring the culinaryworld, and don't be afraid to get
a little saucy. After all,that's what makes dinner so exciting.