That lack of connective tissue is what gives this cut its namesake tenderness. Filet mignon isn't so much a separate cut as ...

We break down the leanest cuts of steak (and the fattiest), so you can make informed decisions and choose the healthiest cut for you. Rich, tender steak such as filet mignon, New York strip ...

The rising price of beef Homan describes the barrel cut of the filet mignon as the “cream of the crop,” but at $54 a pound, even meat lovers may be looking for cheaper alternatives.