Beef Tenderloin with Mushroom Sauce (VIDEO)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
45 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
6 people
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Calories
625 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Beef Tenderloin with Mushroom Sauce (VIDEO)
Description
This recipe centers around a two-pound beef tenderloin roast trimmed and tied for even cooking. The roast is seasoned with garlic, fresh thyme, salt, and pepper, then drizzled with olive oil before roasting in a hot oven. The high heat sears the outside, locking in juices for a tender interior. Resting the meat after roasting allows the juices to redistribute before slicing.
The accompanying mushroom sauce is prepared simultaneously by sautéing baby bella mushrooms, onion, garlic, and thyme in butter and olive oil. Red wine deglazes the pan, and beef broth and heavy cream complete the sauce, creating a smooth, richly flavored topping that complements the subtle flavor of the beef.
This combination is suitable for special occasions or elegant dinners, pairing nicely with roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes. The recipe emphasizes precise cooking temperatures and resting times to achieve the desired medium doneness and juicy texture.
Ingredients
Ingredients for Beef Tenderloin Roast:
- 2 lb beef tenderloin trimmed and tied (at room temperature for 1 to 2 hours)
- 1 1/2 tsp salt (we use fine sea salt)
- 1 tsp black pepper freshly ground
- 2 garlic minced, cloves
- 1/2 Tbsp thyme minced, fresh leaves
- 2 Tbsp extra light olive oil
Mushroom Sauce:
- 2 Tbsp butter unsalted
- 1 Tbsp extra light olive oil
- 1/2 cup yellow onion finely chopped
- 16 oz baby bella mushroom thickly sliced
- 2 garlic minced, cloves
- 1/2 Tbsp thyme minced (or 1/2 tsp dried thyme, fresh leaves
- 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
- 1/2 tsp black pepper freshly ground
- 1/2 cup red wine Pinot Noir, Merlot, Cabernet, Sauvignon, dry
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
How to Roast Filet of Beef:
- Preheat oven to 500˚F with rack in the center of the oven. Pat dry your room temperature tenderloin with paper towels. Tie tenderloin with kitchen string.
- Combine 2 minced garlic coves, 1/2 Tbsp thyme, 1 1/2 tsp salt and 1 tsp black pepper and rub all over roast. Drizzle generously and rub all over with 2 Tbsp olive oil.
- Place into an oven-safe roasting pan or skillet. Insert oven-safe thermometer into the deepest portion of the roast and bake in a preheated oven at 500˚F for 28-30 in for medium doneness (135˚F to 140˚F) or to desired doneness (see roasting chart).
- Remove from the oven 5-10 degrees before the roast reaches your desired temperature (the temperature will continue to rise as it rests). Transfer roast to a cutting board, loosely tent with foil and rest for 15-20 minutes then slice. Meanwhile make the mushroom sauce.
To Make the Mushroom Sauce:
- Place a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 Tbsp butter and 1 Tbsp oil then add sliced mushrooms and onion and sauté together, stirring frequently for 5-7 minutes or until onions are soft and mushrooms are lightly browned.
- Add minced garlic, thyme, 1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Stir together for 1 minute until fragrant then transfer mushrooms to a separate bowl.
- Add 1/2 cup wine and scrape the bottom to deglaze. Continue cooking until most of the wine has evaporated (2 minutes).
- Add 1 cup beef broth and boil until reduced by half (5-7 min).
- Stir in heavy cream and mushrooms, bring back to a boil then reduce heat and simmer another 2-3 minutes or until sauce reaches desired thickness. Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 625 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 625kcal | 31% |
| Carbs | 7g | |
| Protein | 31g | 62% |
| Fat | 51g | 78% |
| Saturated Fat | 22g | 110% |
| Cholesterol | 143mg | 48% |
| Sodium | 936mg | 39% |
| Potassium | 913mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 465IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 48mg | 5% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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