Elegant Beef Blue
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Recipe Category: Meat
Keywords: Belgian, European, Less than 60 minutes
Description: Elevate your dining experience with this exquisite dish that beautifully combines the richness of beef tenderloin with the bold flavors of blue cheese. A creation that stood out and secured second place in the prestigious 1993 Georgia Beef Cookoff, all credit to the culinary prowess of Rebecca Gulledge from Marietta, Georgia. Delve into the history of blue cheese, a delightful accident discovered in the caves of France centuries ago. From the ancient origins of Roquefort to the relatively modern Stilton from England, each variety is a testament to the ingenuity of cheesemakers throughout history.
Ingredients:
- 4 beef tenderloin steaks
- 1 bunch asparagus
- Fresh thyme
- Salt
- Pepper
- Butter
- Olive oil
- Dry white wine
- Half-and-half
- Blue cheese
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 540.3
- Fat Content: 39.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 17.3g
- Cholesterol Content: 107.3mg
- Sodium Content: 559.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 8.3g
- Fiber Content: 2.3g
- Sugar Content: 2.2g
- Protein Content: 27.5g
Recipe Instructions:
- Begin by preparing your beef tenderloin steaks. Rub them generously with chopped thyme, salt, and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter and add olive oil.
- Add the seasoned steaks to the skillet and cook for 1 to 3 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired degree of doneness. Once cooked, remove the steaks from the skillet and keep them warm. Reserve the drippings in the skillet.
- Stir in the dry white wine and consommé into the skillet drippings. Increase the heat to high and cook, stirring often, until the mixture is reduced to about 1/2 cup.
- Next, stir in the half-and-half and continue cooking, stirring constantly, until the sauce is further reduced to your desired consistency. Keep the sauce warm.
- Meanwhile, prepare the asparagus by snapping off the tough ends and removing any scales with a vegetable peeler if desired. Cut the spears in half and place them in a steamer basket over boiling water. Cover and steam for about 8 minutes or until they are just tender.
- To assemble the dish, top each cooked steak with the steamed asparagus spears and sprinkle with crumbled blue cheese.
- Finally, place the assembled steaks under the broiler, about 6 inches from the heat source, with the oven door partially open. Broil for about 2 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve the Elegant Beef Blue immediately, accompanied by the warm sauce. This recipe yields 4 servings of culinary perfection.
Indulge in the symphony of flavors and textures as the tender beef meets the creamy blue cheese and crisp asparagus, all enveloped in a luscious sauce that’s sure to leave your taste buds singing. Enjoy this gastronomic masterpiece as a testament to the artistry of fine cuisine and the joy of sharing unforgettable meals with loved ones.
