Filet mignon is a truly special piece of meat that only requires the lightest of touches and is incredibly tender. However, it's also the most expensive cut whether you're ordering it at a restaurant or cooking it yourself. A flat iron steak, while not as tender, will still be extremely delicious but more forgiving both when it comes to your culinary skills and your wallet.

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