Filet of Beef Cordon Bleu-Style Recipe - (4.7/5)

Ingredients

• 4 filets of beef, about 10 oz each, choice grade or above
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 3 Tbsp neutral cooking oil
• 2 bunches asparagus, extra large, ends trimmed
• 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 6 Tbsp whole butter
• 10 sprigs of thyme
• 1/4 lb prosciutto di Parma, thinly sliced
• 4-8 slices Swiss cheese or Gruyere
• 3 cups whipped potatoes, for 2/3 cup per serving (Note: Make them stiffer and place in plastic piping bag)