Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe Farmers UnionEst. 1874 Recipe

Est. 1874 Recipe

Inspired by The Farmers Union
Time1h
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Sides

Sauce

Method

Preparation of Beef Tenderloin

  1. 1

    Season the Beef

    Rub the beef tenderloin with olive oil, minced garlic, fresh rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Ensure the beef is evenly coated with the seasoning.

  2. 2

    Sear the Beef

    Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the beef tenderloin on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side.

  3. 3

    Roast the Beef

    Transfer the seared beef to an oven preheated to 200°C (400°F) and roast for 20-25 minutes for medium-rare, or until desired doneness.

  4. 4

    Rest the Beef

    Remove the beef from the oven and let it rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing.

Preparation of Asparagus

  1. 5

    Prepare the Asparagus

    Trim the ends of the asparagus and place them in a pot of boiling water for 2-3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.

  2. 6

    Sauté the Asparagus

    Drain the asparagus and then heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the asparagus and sauté for 3-4 minutes.

  3. 7

    Finish with Lemon and Parmesan

    Add lemon juice and grated Parmesan cheese to the skillet with asparagus, tossing to combine and heat through.

Preparation of Sauce

  1. 8

    Make the Sauce

    In the same skillet used for the beef, add red wine and beef broth over medium heat. Bring to a simmer.

  2. 9

    Thicken the Sauce

    In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Slowly add the slurry to the simmering sauce, stirring until thickened, about 2-3 minutes.

  3. 10

    Serve the Sauce

    Strain the sauce if desired and serve it warm over the sliced beef tenderloin.

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