🥩 Beef Tenderloin with Creamy Mushroom Sauce 🥩

Savor the richness of perfectly roasted beef tenderloin draped in a luscious creamy mushroom sauce. A dish that turns your dinner table into a luxurious feast!

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️

1. 1 cup heavy cream
2. 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
3. 2 tbsp olive oil
4. 1 cup beef broth (additional for sauce)
5. 1/2 cup dry white wine or additional beef broth
6. 500g / 1 lb mushrooms, sliced
7. 1 tsp black pepper
8. 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme or 1 tsp dried thyme
9. 4 tbsp butter
10. 1.2kg / 2.4lb beef tenderloin centre cut
11. 1 1/2 tsp salt
12. 2 garlic cloves, minced
13. 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or chives for garnish

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳

1. Preheat your oven to 240C / 450F. Prepare your beef tenderloin by tucking the thin tail end under and securing it with kitchen string at intervals to maintain a uniform shape for even cooking.
2. Pat the beef dry and rub it all over with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Place it on a rack over a roasting pan.
3. Roast in the preheated oven for 25 minutes for rare, 30 minutes for medium-rare, or 35 minutes for medium. Use a meat thermometer to achieve your desired doneness.
4. Once roasted, remove the beef from the oven and transfer it to a tray. Cover it loosely with foil and let it rest for 20 minutes.
5. While the beef rests, prepare the sauce. Melt butter in a skillet over high heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté until golden, about 5 minutes.
6. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Pour in the wine or broth, stirring to scrape up any browned bits from the skillet.
7. Stir in the beef broth, heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and thyme. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Slice the rested beef into thick cuts and serve topped with the creamy mushroom sauce. Garnish with chopped parsley or chives.

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎

- Calories: 650 per serving
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Protein: 55g
- Fat: 48g

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡

- For an alcohol-free version, use beef broth instead of white wine.
- Ensure your beef is at room temperature before roasting to ensure even cooking.
- Resting the beef is crucial for a juicy, tender result as it allows the juices to redistribute.

⏳ Preparation time 🍰

Preparation time: 15 minutes | Cooking time: 55 minutes | Serving: 6