Steak Au Poivre

Name: Steak Au Poivre
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Ingredients; 4 filet mignon steaks (6-8 oz each), room temperature; 3 tablespoons whole black peppercorns, coarsely cracked; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 shallots, finely minced; 1/3 cup cognac or brandy; 1/2 cup beef stock; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped; 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped