Charred Fillet of Beef With a Creamy Garlic Sauce

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 4
Charred Fillet of Beef with a Creamy Garlic Sauce
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 filet of beef , around 2lb in weight
olive oil
2 tablespoons cracked black pepper
28 garlic cloves , left whole
2 1/2 cups chicken stock
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon red currant jelly , juice
1/2 lemon
2/3 cup heavy cream

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
450
Sugar
2g
Fat
35g
Charred Fillet of Beef With a Creamy Garlic Sauce is a classic dish that is perfect for an elegant dinner party or a romantic meal for two. The beef is cooked to perfection, and the garlic sauce adds a rich and creamy flavor to the dish. This recipe is easy to follow, and the ingredients are easy to find. The dish looks impressive but requires minimal effort. The dish is perfect for any time of the year.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 200°C/400°F.
2.Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add enough olive oil to coat the bottom. Rub cracked black pepper into the filet and sear on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
3.Transfer the filet to a roasting pan. Add garlic cloves to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add chicken stock to the skillet, stir to combine, and pour over the filet.
4.Roast the filet for about 15 minutes, or until a meat thermometer reads 50°C/125°F for medium rare, 55°C/130°F for medium, or 60°C/140°F for medium well.
5.Remove the filet from the oven, and transfer to a serving platter.
6.Return the skillet to medium-high heat, add Dijon mustard and red currant jelly and stir constantly, scraping the bottom of the skillet. Add heavy cream and bring it to a boil while stirring the sauce constantly. Drizzle lemon juice around the edge of the skillet and stir into the sauce.
7.Slice the filet, and serve with the creamy garlic sauce on top.

PROS

Charred Fillet of Beef With a Creamy Garlic Sauce is a delicious and hearty meal that is easy to prepare.
The beef is tender and juicy, while the garlic sauce is rich and flavorful.

This dish is perfect for a special occasion or a romantic dinner.

The recipe is simple and does not require a lot of ingredients.

CONS

This dish can be high in calories, fat, and sodium, depending on ingredients and serving size.

It may be expensive to buy a high-quality filet of beef.

Cooking the filet of beef requires some attention to detail to avoid overcooking the meat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Beef is a good source of protein, iron, and vitamin B12, which is important for maintaining energy levels and cognitive function.
Garlic has various health benefits, including boosting immunity and reducing blood pressure.
Chicken stock may help in reducing inflammation and improving joint health.

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