How to butterfly a filet mignon?

To butterfly filet mignon, slice it horizontally until the two halves are connected by a thin strip of meat. This procedure requires a steak knife, cutting board, a kitchen towel and paper towels. Butterflying filet mignon takes about one minute. read more

Butterfly cutting is relatively easy, requiring only a little attention. Season the uncooked meat, with salt, pepper and any other spices and marinades that you wish to use. Cut the filet mignon with a steak knife, lengthwise, in half. read more

Martha shows how to butterfly steak, chicken, shrimp, turkey breast and more in Cooking School Lesson No. 9. read more