Beef Tenderloin With Roquefort-Mascarpone Sauce

Jun 08, 2023June 8, 20230 3
Beef Tenderloin With Roquefort-Mascarpone Sauce
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Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
cayenne pepper
1 whole beef tenderloin
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
2 shallots , minced
2 tablespoons port wine
1/2 cup mascarpone
3/4 cup crumbled Roquefort cheese
salt , to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
810
Sugar
1g
Fat
70g
Beef Tenderloin With Roquefort-Mascarpone Sauce is a classic French dish that has been popular since the 18th century. A popular dish for special occasions, the tender meat with the tangy cheese sauce is a perfect combination for French food lovers. The beef tenderloin is perfect because of its tender, lean, and flavorful meat. The flavors in this dish are rich and complex, making it an excellent way to impress your guests. The beauty of this recipe is that it is relatively easy to prepare but looks and tastes luxurious.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
2.Mix together salt, black pepper, chili powder, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. Rub the seasoning mixture over the whole beef tenderloin.
3.Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
4.Sear the beef tenderloin for 2-3 minutes on each side.
5.Transfer the skillet to the oven and cook for 15-20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 125 degrees F (for medium-rare).
6.Transfer the beef tenderloin to a board and cover it loosely with foil to rest for about 10 minutes.
7.While the beef is resting, prepare the sauce. Using the same skillet that you used to cook the tenderloin, reduce heat to medium-low.
8.Add shallots and cook until softened, about 2 minutes.
9.Add port wine and cook for another 2 minutes.
10.Add mascarpone and Roquefort cheese to the skillet and stir to combine until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
11.Season the sauce to taste with salt.
12.Slice the beef tenderloin and serve with the Roquefort-mascarpone sauce.

PROS

This Beef Tenderloin With Roquefort-Mascarpone Sauce recipe is a perfect dish to serve for an elegant dinner party.

The combination of tender beef with the rich and flavorful cheese sauce will make your mouth water.

This recipe also doesn’t require too much effort but looks and tastes luxurious.

CONS

Beef Tenderloin With Roquefort-Mascarpone Sauce can be an expensive dish to prepare, especially if you are cooking for a large group.

The recipe includes a high amount of saturated fat, which can be an issue if you are watching your cholesterol intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this recipe is not particularly healthy, beef tenderloin is a rich source of protein, vitamins, and minerals.
Red wine and Roquefort cheese in the sauce have been shown to provide some benefits to heart health if consumed in moderation.

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