Whenever I want a really special dinner, I cook this up. Bacon-wrapped filet over grilled onions and spicy oven baked shrimp over roasted asparagus and mashed potatoes. This recipe will cover all the above items for a complete meal guide!
Ingredients:
Bacon wrapped filet
-I buy mine pre-wrapped but you could easily wrap it yourself with one piece of thick cut bacon per filet
Asparagus
- 1 bunch Asparagus
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- 2 tsp Seasoning Salt
Shrimp
- 1 pound Shrimp peeled and de-veined
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 tsp Hot Sauce
- 1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes
- 1/2 tsp Parsley, Oregano, or Thyme
- 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1/2 tsp Onion Salt
- 1/2 tsp Paprika
Mashed Potatoes
- 3 pounds Russet Potatoes
- 1 tsp Salt
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 1 cup Hot Milk
Cooking:
Bacon-wrapped filet
1. Preheat oven to 425°
2. Sear each side of the filet in a little bit of oil for 1 minute per side, then roll the bacon side in the pan until briefly seared
3. Transfer to the oven and bake 4 minutes per side for medium rare
Asparagus
1. Preheat oven to 425°
2. Trim the ends of the asparagus
3. Toss the asparagus in olive oil and seasoning salt
4. Spread the asparagus in a single layer on a baking sheet
5. Bake for 12-15 minutes depending on thickness
Shrimp
1. Combine all ingredients beside the shrimp to form a paste
2. Lay the shrimp on a piece of parchment paper on a baking sheet
3. Brush the shrimp with the paste
4. Bake for 8-12 minutes depending on size
Mashed Potatoes
1. Boil potatoes over medium low heat with 3/4 tsp salt for 15-20 minutes you can peel the potatoes first or leave the skin (its up to preference)
2. Drain water and let the rest of the water evaporate for 2 minutes
3. Mash until no clumps remain and add butter and salt. Slowly add in milk until creamy
4. Add fresh thyme to spruce it up a bit or enjoy as is
Enjoy!
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