Description

Beef Tenderloin in Mushroom Sauce is an elegant and indulgent dish featuring tender beef paired with a rich, creamy mushroom sauce, perfect for special occasions or a luxurious dinner at home.

Ingredients

2.5 to 3 lb center-cut beef tenderloin roast, tied
Kosher salt
Black pepper
1 tablespoon cooking fat (e.g., tallow or avocado oil)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
8 ounces baby bella mushrooms
2 cloves garlic, smashed
1/2 yellow onion, sliced
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
10 sprigs fresh thyme
1 1/2 cups quality beef stock

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Season the beef tenderloin generously with kosher salt and black pepper.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add your cooking fat.
Sear the beef tenderloin on all sides until deeply browned, about 5 minutes total.
Transfer the seared beef to a sheet pan and roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 120°F (49°C) for rare, or adjust according to your desired doneness.
While the beef is roasting, melt the butter in the same skillet over medium heat.
Add the mushrooms and a pinch of salt, cooking for about 10 minutes until the moisture has evaporated.
Add the garlic, onion, rosemary, thyme, and beef stock to the skillet.
Bring the mixture to a boil and let it cook for 8-10 minutes until the liquid reduces by half.
Remove the herbs, onion, and garlic from the sauce.
Once the beef is done, let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Serve the sliced beef tenderloin with the mushroom sauce spooned over the top.

Notes

For added depth, incorporate 1/2 cup of red wine into the sauce.
For a richer, creamier texture, add 1/3 cup of heavy cream to the sauce.
Try different mushrooms like shiitake or cremini for a different flavor profile.
If you don’t have rosemary or thyme, use sage or tarragon for a different flavor.
If you prefer, you can substitute beef stock with chicken or vegetable stock.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Sear and Roast
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 480
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 820mg
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 8g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 48g
Cholesterol: 135mg