Roasted Garlic Beef Tenderloin Medallions on Soft Polenta

Jun 10, 2023June 10, 20230 4
Roasted Garlic Beef Tenderloin Medallions on Soft Polenta - A Mouth-Watering Dish for Meat Lovers
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
6 garlic cloves , thinly sliced
salt and pepper
1 1/2 cups 10 % half-and-half or 1 1/2 cups 18 % table cream , divided
3/4 cup cornmeal
4 beef steaks , tenderloin medallions each about 2-inches thick
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/2 cup canadian parmesan cheese , freshly grated
2 tablespoons fresh basil or 2 tablespoons parsley , chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
840
Sugar
5g
Fat
68g
The Roasted Garlic Beef Tenderloin Medallions on Soft Polenta is a hearty and flavorful dish that's perfect for a special dinner or occasion. This dish features juicy tenderloin medallions that are seasoned with salt and pepper and roasted to perfection in a delicious garlic butter sauce. The soft polenta is cooked to perfection and served on the side. The garlic parmesan sauce is drizzled on top of the beef, bringing the flavors together perfectly. The dish is hearty, rich, and deeply satisfying. Try this recipe for your next dinner party or romantic dinner at home.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
2.Heat butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant. Remove from heat.
3.Bring 3 cups of water to a boil in a separate saucepan. Once the water is boiling, add salt and slowly pour in the cornmeal while whisking.
4.Reduce heat to low and stir in 1 cup of half-and-half. Cook for 10 minutes until the polenta is thickened and cooked through.
5.Season steaks with salt and pepper. Place them in a roasting pan and bake for 15-20 minutes depending on the desired doneness.
6.In a saucepan, heat the remaining 1/2 cup half-and-half, white wine, and flour over medium heat until it thickens.
7.Stir in parmesan cheese, chopped herbs, and roasted garlic to the saucepan. Mix well and remove from heat.
8.Serve steak on top of the polenta with the garlic parmesan sauce on top. Enjoy!

PROS

This dish is packed full of flavor from the roasted garlic and parmesan.
The tenderloin medallions are tender and juicy, making this dish perfect for meat lovers.

Polenta is a great alternative to mashed potatoes or rice and pairs well with the meat.

CONS

This is a rich and hearty dish, so it may not be suitable for those on a strict diet.
Tenderloin medallions can be expensive and not readily available in all regions.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Beef is a great source of protein, iron, and zinc. Iron is important for healthy blood cells, while zinc is important for a healthy immune system.
Polenta is gluten-free and a low glycemic index food, which is perfect for those with gluten intolerance or diabetes.
The garlic in this recipe has been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease and promoting overall health.

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