Beef Tenderloin Recipe
Cooked to your liking, served with mashed potatoes and red wine jus
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Ingredients
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Beef Tenderloin
Mashed Potatoes
Red Wine Jus
Method
Beef Tenderloin
- 1
Prepare the Beef
Take the beef tenderloin out of the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
- 2
Season the Beef
Rub the tenderloin with olive oil, then season generously with salt and black pepper on all sides.
- 3
Sear the Beef
In a large skillet over high heat, add the beef tenderloin. Sear for about 3-4 minutes on each side until a golden-brown crust forms.
- 4
Add Aromatics
Add crushed garlic cloves and fresh thyme to the skillet during the last 2 minutes of cooking.
- 5
Finish Cooking
For medium-rare, roast in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 10-15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 130°F (54°C). Adjust cooking time for your desired doneness.
- 6
Rest the Beef
Remove from the oven and let the beef rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing.
Mashed Potatoes
- 7
- 8
Mash the Potatoes
Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add butter, heavy cream, salt, and black pepper. Mash until smooth and creamy.
Red Wine Jus
- 9
Sauté Shallots
In the same skillet used for the beef, add 1 tablespoon of butter and finely chopped shallots. Sauté until translucent.
- 10
- 11
Add Broth
Add beef broth to the skillet and continue to simmer until the sauce reduces by half. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.