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- Filet Mignon with Gorgonzola Cream Sauce - Pots and Pins
- 2 Filet Mignons, 1 1/2 to 2-inches thick, about 1/2 lb. each, room temperature
- 5 to 6 pieces of thinly sliced onion
- salt and pepper
- 3 tablespoons butter, divided
- 1/2 cup cream
- 2 tablespoon Gorgonzola cheese crumbles
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