Description
Experience the magic of a perfectly cooked beef tenderloin paired with a rich Dijon mustard cream sauce. This dish is a celebration of flavors that will elevate any special occasion or cozy dinner at home.
Ingredients
- Beef Tenderloin
- Dijon Mustard
- Heavy Cream
- Shallots
- Beef Broth
- Fresh Herbs (Thyme and Parsley)
- Salt
- Pepper
- Oil (for searing)
Instructions
- Remove the beef tenderloin from the refrigerator about 30 minutes before cooking to let it come to room temperature. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the beef dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper on all sides.
- In a large oven-safe skillet, heat a couple of tablespoons of oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the beef and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until a golden-brown crust forms. Don’t forget the ends!
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for about 15-20 minutes for medium-rare, or until it reaches your desired doneness. Use a meat thermometer to check; 130°F (54°C) for medium-rare.
- Remove the skillet from the oven and transfer the beef to a cutting board. Cover it loosely with foil and let it rest for 10 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute.
- In the same skillet, add a little more oil if needed and sauté the finely chopped shallots over medium heat until translucent, about 2-3 minutes. Deglaze the pan with 1 cup of beef broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
- Stir in ½ cup of heavy cream and 2 tablespoons of Dijon mustard. Allow the sauce to simmer for a few minutes until it thickens slightly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Slice the rested beef tenderloin into medallions. Serve the slices on a plate drizzled with the Dijon mustard cream sauce and garnish with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
Keywords: Use a meat thermometer for desired doneness. Allowing the beef to rest before slicing is essential for juicy meat. Customize the sauce with Worcestershire sauce or lemon juice for enhanced flavor.