Fillet of Beef With Texas Blue Cheese Sauce

Jun 08, 2023June 8, 20230 2
Fillet of Beef With Texas Blue Cheese Sauce to delight your taste buds
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 lbs center piece beef tenderloin
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 -2 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 1/2 tablespoons minced shallots
3 tablespoons dry madeira wine or 3 tablespoons ruby port
2 cups meat stock , reduced to 1/2 cup or 1/2 cup demi-glace
1/3 cup heavy cream
2 ounces texas blue cheese
4 -5 tablespoons unsalted butter
6 tablespoons chopped walnuts , for garnish
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley , for garnish

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
660
Sugar
1g
Fat
58g
Fillet of Beef With Texas Blue Cheese Sauce is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a special occasion or romantic dinner. The beef tenderloin is a lean and tender cut of meat that is ideal for cooking at high temperatures, such as in the oven. The creamy blue cheese sauce adds a tangy and pungent flavor that contrasts well with the richness of the beef. This dish is often served with a side of roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes to round out the meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
2.Season the beef tenderloin with salt and pepper on all sides.
3.Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil.
4.When the oil is hot, add the beef to the skillet and cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides, about 10 minutes.
5.Transfer the skillet to the oven and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the beef is cooked to your desired degree of doneness.
6.Remove the skillet from the oven and transfer the beef to a cutting board to rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
7.While the beef is resting, make the sauce by adding the shallots to the skillet and cooking over medium heat until softened, about 2 minutes.
8.Add the madeira wine or ruby port and cook until reduced by half, about 3 minutes.
9.Add the reduced meat stock or demi-glace and cook until the sauce is thickened, about 5 minutes.
10.Stir in the heavy cream and texas blue cheese until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
11.Add the butter to the sauce, one tablespoon at a time, stirring until melted before adding the next piece.
12.Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
13.To serve, slice the beef tenderloin into 1/4-inch thick slices and spoon the blue cheese sauce over each serving.
14.Garnish the plates with chopped walnuts and minced fresh parsley before serving.

PROS

This dish is a real showstopper that is sure to delight your taste buds with its tender, juicy beef and tangy blue cheese sauce.

The walnuts add a nice crunch to each bite, and the dish is easy to make in just over half an hour.

CONS

This dish is high in fat and calories due to the beef and cheese, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It may not be suitable for those with dietary restrictions or preferences.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish is not particularly healthy, it does contain protein and healthy fats from the beef and walnuts.
The blue cheese in the sauce is a good source of calcium and may also have antibacterial properties.
Enjoy this dish as an occasional treat.

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