Steak Tartare

The 2 egg yolks

2 tbs dijon mustard

6 anchovy fillets, minced

2 tsp ketchup

1 tsp worcestershire sauce

Tabasco sauce

Freshly ground black pepper

1/4 cup olive oil

1 oz cognac

1 small onion , finely diced

2 oz capers, rinsed and chopped

2 oz cornichons , finely chopped

4 sprigs parsley, finely chopped

1.25 lb filet mignon, finely chopped or run through meat grinder at coarse setting

Sauce:

Place egg yolks in large stainless steel mixing bowl

Add mustard and anchovies and mix well

Add ketchup, worcestershire, tabasco, pepper and mix well

Slowly whisk in oil and then cognac

Fold in onions, cornichons, capers, parsley

Finish:

Add the meat to the bowl and mix thoroughly

Divide evenly among 6 chilled plates

Form it into 1 inch high disk with spoon or spatula

Score top with knife in two directions

Serve with hot french fries and with sliced croutons

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