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Mock Filet Mignon

Mock Filet Mignon is a vintage, budget-friendly dinner that turns ground beef into a surprisingly elegant meal. Mixed with rice and seasonings, wrapped in bacon, and baked until savory and crisp, this mid-century classic was designed to look fancy without the high price tag.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ lbs lean ground beef
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 cup onion, minced
  • 1 clove garlic, crushed
  • 2 tbsps Worcestershire sauce
  • 1½ tsps salt
  • ¼ tsp pepper
  • 8 bacon slices

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, cooked rice, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  2. Divide the mixture into 8 portions and shape into patties about ¾-inch thick.
  3. Wrap one slice of bacon around each patty and secure with a toothpick.
  4. Arrange the patties in a shallow baking dish.
  5. Bake at 450°F for about 15 minutes, or until the bacon is cooked and the patties are heated through.
  6. Serve with your favorite mushroom gravy or sauce.