4oz Bacon Wrapped Tenderloin Steaks

Preheat grill to high. Brush steaks on both sides with butter or oil, season with fresh sea salt and black pepper. Grill on high for 6-8 minutes (flipping halfway through) or until the internal temperature registers 5-10°F lower than your desired doneness (see internal temperature guidelines below). A trick to cooking a bacon-wrapped tenderloin is to sear it on both sides first, then stand on its side and slowly cook the bacon until crispy while rolling it on the cooking surface.

Let the steaks rest for 3-5 minutes prior to serving. Temperature will continue to rise while resting.

Preheat a heavy non-stick skillet over medium heat until hot, for about 5 minutes. A very hot pan delivers the best seared steak. Season steaks and place in the hot skillet. Do not overcrowd, cover the pan or add oil/water.

Sear for 6-8 minutes (flipping halfway through) or until the internal temperature registers 5-10°F lower than your desired doneness (see internal temperature guidelines below). A trick to cooking a bacon-wrapped tenderloin is to sear it on both sides first, then stand on its side and slowly cook the bacon until crispy while rolling it on the cooking surface.

Let the beef rest for 3-5 minutes prior to serving. Temperature will continue to rise while resting.

Rare: 125°F, 52°C - Cool to warm red centre and soft texture
Medium Rare: 135°F, 57°C - Warm red centre with brown crust
Medium: 145°F, 63°C - Hot pink centre and slightly firmer texture
Medium Well: 150°F, 66°C - Mostly brown centre and firm texture
Well Done: 160°F, 71°C - Brown centre and very firm texture

Cooking times and temperatures may vary based on the method of preparation and your desired degree of doneness. Test for doneness with a meat thermometer.