Beef Tenderloin with Au Poivre Sauce

Ingredient List

Ingredient Quantity Units
Beef Tenderloin 10 Ounce
Shallot 1 Each
Chives 1/4 Ounce
Beed Demi-Glace 1 Unit
Garlic Herb Butter 1 Tablespoon
Salt
Black Peppercorns 1 Tablespoon
Olive Oil

Cooking Time:
  Total Time: 30 Minutes
  Prep Time: 5 Minutes
  Cook time: 20 Minutes

Servings:
  2

Instructions

Step 1: Prep
  Halve, peel, and mince slice shallot until you have 2 Tablespoon.
  Place peppercorns in a zip-close bag.
  Crush with a rolling pin or a heavy pan.
  Thinly slice chives.

Step 2: Cook Beef
  Heat a large drizzle of olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
  Pat beef dry with paper towels.
  Season all over with salt and pepper.
  Add beef to pan.
  Cook to desired doneness, 4-7 minutes per side.
  Transfer to a plate to rest.
  Let rest for 5 minutes.
  Wipe out pan.

Step 3: Make Pan Sauce
  Melt 1 Tablespoon butter in the same pan over medium heat.
  Add minced shallot and cook, stirring, until slightly softened, 1-2 minutes.
  Add demi-glace, 1/4 cup water.
  Add 1 teaspoon crushed peppercorns (be sure to measure).
  Simmer until slightly thickened, 1-2 minutes.
  Turn off heat.
  Stir in another 1 Tablespoon butter, half the chives, and any resting juices from beef.
  Season with salt and more peppercorns, if desired.

Step 4: Finish & Serve
  Divide beef between plates.
  Top beef with pan sauce.
  Garnish with remaining chives and serve.

Recommended Pairings:
  Roasted Potatoes
  Green Beans

Categories: Beef

Recipe inspired by:
  Hello Fresh
  https://www.hellofresh.com/recipes/beef-tenderloin-with-au-poivre-sauce-630e45fc81fe9079fe07c471