Tenderloin for Two with Cherry-Brandy Sauce |
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 2 |
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I'm a stay-at-home mom with an active toddler and busy teenager. An evening alone with my husband is truly a special occasion. So I make this elegant entree for two.Gina Hardy, La Vernia, Texas Ingredients:
1/4 cup beef broth |
1/4 cup port wine or additional beef broth |
1 shallot, thinly sliced |
1 teaspoon tomato paste |
1/2 teaspoon grated horseradish |
1/4 teaspoon whole peppercorns |
1 bay leaf |
2 beef tenderloin steaks (6 ounces each) |
1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil |
1 tablespoon butter, divided |
1/4 cup cherry brandy |
1-1/2 teaspoons cherry preserves |
Directions:
1. In a small saucepan, combine the first seven ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until liquid is slightly thickened and reduced to about 1/3 cup. Strain and discard the shallot, peppercorns and bay leaf; set liquid aside.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook steaks in oil and 1-1/2 teaspoons butter for 5-8 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 145°; medium, 160°; well-done, 170°). Remove steaks and keep warm.
3. Remove pan from the heat; add the reserved broth mixture, then the brandy. Return pan to the heat. Bring to a boil; cook for 5 minutes or until liquid is thickened and reduced to about 1/4 cup. Stir in preserves and remaining butter. Return steaks to the pan; heat through. Yield: 2 servings.
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