Beef Tenderloin with Pepper Cream Sauce
Beef Tenderloin with Pepper Cream Sauce offers a decadent dining experience that’s perfect for special occasions or cozy evenings at home. This dish features succulent, perfectly seared beef drizzled with a rich, creamy pepper sauce that tantalizes the taste buds. With minimal effort, you can impress your family and friends with this elegant recipe that pairs beautifully with various sides. Gather around the table and savor every mouthwatering bite of this gourmet delight!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting/Searing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs beef tenderloin
- 2 tsp coarsely ground black pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the beef dry and season generously with salt and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the beef on all sides until golden brown (about 3 minutes per side).
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 20-25 minutes or until it reaches medium-rare (130°F/54°C). Remove from oven and let rest.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Pour in beef broth, simmer for five minutes, then stir in heavy cream.
- Once thickened, slice the beef against the grain, drizzle with sauce, and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 6 oz of beef with sauce
- Calories: 546
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 120mg