Yields
4 servings
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ingredients
2
lb(s) beef filet at room temperature
1
cup olive oil
1
Grated zest of 1 lemon
2
Juice of 2 lemons
Several fistfuls of basil leaves, chopped
Fleur de sel and pepper
2
lb(s) fingerling potatoes, scrubbed
Coarse salt, for the water
A generous dribble of olive oil (for the potatoes)
Fleur de sel and freshly ground pepper (for the potatoes)
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directions
Step 1
For the beef: Heat the oven to 375°F/180°C. Roast the meat 15 minutes. Remove, and cool. Thinly slice with a sharp knife. Mix the oil, lemon zest and juice, and basil. Toss with the meat in a glass casserole. Season, and spread the mixture out, cover, and refrigerate all day or overnight, turning once or twice. Serve at room temperature.
Step 2
For the potatoes: Bring a large pot of water to the boil. Salt it, as you would for pasta. Add the potatoes, and cook until tender when you test them with a fork. Drain. Toss in olive oil. Season with salt and pepper, and serve.
Step 3
For the plate: Plate some beef and potatoes side by side on a plate and enjoy!