That lack of connective tissue is what gives this cut its namesake tenderness. Filet mignon isn't so much a separate cut as it is a part of the tenderloin, explains Kylian Goussot, Executive Chef ...

"Appetites" author Anthony Bourdain says beef tenderloin, the cut filet mignon comes from, isn't worth cooking. For a good steak, he uses cuts that don't have such a high price tag. Follow Tech ...

"Appetites" author Anthony Bourdain says beef tenderloin, the cut filet mignon comes from, isn't worth cooking. For a good steak, he uses cuts that don't have such a high price tag. Follow Tech ...