Beef

Beef Tenderloin and Mushroom Sauce

This beef tenderloin and mushroom sauce is ideal for any celebratory dinner. The flavorful drippings from the pan create the base for the creamy gravy topping.

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 1 teaspoon canola oil
  • 2 beef tenderloin steaks (1 inch thick and 4 ounces each)
  • 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 1 tablespoon chopped green onion
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • dash pepper
  • 2/3 cup chicken or beef broth
  • 1/8 teaspoon browning sauce, optional

Directions

  1. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons butter and oil over medium-high heat; cook steaks to desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°), 5-6 minutes per side. Remove from pan, reserving drippings; keep warm.
  2. In same pan, heat drippings and remaining butter over medium-high heat; saute mushrooms and green onion until tender. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until blended; gradually stir in broth and, if desired, browning sauce. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Serve with steaks.