If you are looking for the perfect holiday meal and have not quite figured out what to make, give this beef tenderloin with a bourbon mushroom sauce recipe a try.
Place the beef tenderloin in a bowl and cover with the garlic, two tablespoons of olive oil, salt and pepper.
1 beef tenderloin, 3 garlic cloves
Bring a large pan to high heat and place the beef tenderloin in it. Let it sear on every side (about 3 minutes on each side). Lower the heat and continue cooking until desired doneness using a meat thermometer. Remove from pan and let rest while making the sauce.
Using the same pan over medium heat, add one tablespoon of olive oil and then add the mushrooms. Sprinkle with salt and let them cook for 5 minutes.
3 cups button mushrooms
Add the bourbon and let it cook for 5 more minutes. Add the beef stock.
½ cup bourbon, ½ cup beef stock
Mix the cornstarch with a bit of cool water until it dissolves. Add this to the mushroom sauce and cook for a couple more minutes, until it thickens. Taste the sauce and add salt and pepper if needed.
1 teaspoon cornstarch
Serve the beef tenderloin covered with the bourbon mushroom sauce.
Notes
Cooking Temperatures:
Medium Rare (130°-140°F)
Medium (140°-150°F)
Medium Well (150°-160°F)
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 to 4 days.