Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsAuberge du PommierChâteaubriand Recipe

Châteaubriand Recipe

Inspired by Auberge du Pommier
Time50m
Serves2

beef châteaubriand, Bordelaise sauce

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Ingredients

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Châteaubriand

Bordelaise Sauce

Method

Preparing the Châteaubriand

  1. 1

    Season the Beef

    Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Season the beef tenderloin generously with salt and black pepper on all sides.

  2. 2

    Sear the Beef

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the beef tenderloin for about 2-3 minutes on each side until browned.

  3. 3

    Roast the Beef

    Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 15-20 minutes, or until it reaches your desired doneness (medium-rare is about 57°C or 135°F). Remove from oven and let it rest for 10 minutes.

  4. 4

    Finish with Butter

    While the beef is resting, melt the butter and drizzle it over the beef tenderloin before slicing.

Preparing the Bordelaise Sauce

  1. 5

    Sauté Shallots

    In a saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the shallots and sauté until they are soft and translucent.

  2. 6

    Add Wine and Stock

    Pour in the red wine and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer until reduced by half. Add the beef stock and thyme, and continue to simmer until the sauce thickens.

  3. 7

    Finish the Sauce

    Remove from heat, strain the sauce if desired, and whisk in the remaining butter. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

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