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

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