Romantic Pan-Seared Beef Tenderloin with Mushroom Cream Sauce

Pan Roast Beef Tenderloin with a Mushroom Cream Sauce

Cook Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes

Description:
This exquisite Pan Roast Beef Tenderloin with a Mushroom Cream Sauce is the perfect romantic dinner for two, ideal for Valentine’s Day or any special occasion. For an added touch of romance, you can create heart-shaped vegetables to accompany the dish. Butternut squash, carrots, and white turnips are perfect for this. Simply slice them thinly using a Japanese mandoline, blanch them, and then cut them into heart shapes. Finish by tossing the heart-shaped veggies in a bit of melted butter, seasoning with salt, pepper, and a sprinkle of chopped parsley. This charming presentation will surely impress your loved one.

Recipe Category: Roast Beef
Keywords: Vegetable, Meat, Canadian, < 60 Mins, Beginner Cook, Stove Top, Easy

Ingredients:

• 1 splash of olive oil
• 1/2 tsp butter
• 2 pieces beef tenderloin
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 sprig fresh thyme
• 1 splash cognac
• 3/4 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• Assorted mushrooms, cut into hazelnut-sized pieces
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 tbsp chopped parsley

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 723.5
• Fat: 61.9g
• Saturated Fat: 31.2g
• Cholesterol: 249.4mg
• Sodium: 227.8mg
• Carbohydrates: 4.4g
• Fiber: 0.4g
• Sugar: 0.9g
• Protein: 37.2g

Servings: 2

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pan:

   • In a frying pan over medium-high heat, add a splash of olive oil and half a teaspoon of butter.

2. Season and Cook the Beef:

   • Season the beef tenderloin with salt and pepper, then add it to the pan along with the garlic clove and fresh thyme sprig.
   • Slowly roast the beef tenderloin on all sides, turning every 2 to 3 minutes. To achieve a medium doneness, this should take approximately 10 to 12 minutes.
   • Once the beef is roasted to a nice golden brown, remove it from the pan and keep it warm on the side.

3. Make the Sauce:

   • Remove the garlic and thyme from the pan, then return the pan to the heat. Add a splash of cognac and carefully flame it to burn off the alcohol.
   • Add the chicken broth and reduce by two-thirds. Then add the cream and simmer gently until the sauce thickens by half.
   • Season with salt and pepper, then keep the sauce warm on the side.

4. Sauté the Mushrooms:

   • In a clean frying pan over high heat, quickly sauté the assorted mushrooms in a splash of olive oil and butter.
   • Season with salt and pepper. This should take about 3 to 4 minutes for the mushrooms to soften and release some of their juices.

5. Assemble the Dish:

   • Arrange the beef tenderloin and sautéed mushrooms on your plates. Drizzle the cream sauce around the mushrooms and a little over the tenderloin.
   • Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Making Heart-Shaped Vegetables for a Romantic Touch:

1. Slice the Vegetables:

   • Use a Japanese mandoline to slice butternut squash, carrots, or white turnips to approximately one-eighth inch thick.

2. Blanch the Vegetables:

   • Blanch the sliced vegetables in boiling, salted water for 60 seconds. Remove them and cool down immediately.

3. Cut into Heart Shapes:

   • Use a small heart-shaped pastry cutter to cut out heart shapes from the blanched vegetable slices. It’s easier to cut the vegetables after blanching.

4. Finish the Heart-Shaped Vegetables:

   • Toss the heart-shaped vegetables in a non-stick pan with a bit of melted butter for a couple of minutes. Season with salt and pepper, and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
   • Arrange the heart-shaped vegetables around your beef tenderloin and mushroom dish for a beautiful presentation.

Enjoy this delightful and romantic dish with your loved one, making your dinner special and memorable! 💕🍽️