Beef Tenderloin (with Bourbon Sauce)
If you are looking for the perfect Christmas meal and have not quite figured out what to make, give this holiday beef tenderloin with a bourbon mushroom sauce recipe a try.
Servings: 6
Calories: 460kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 beef tenderloin around 3 pounds
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 3 cups button mushrooms cleaned and sliced
- ½ cup bourbon
- ½ cup beef stock
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- salt and pepper
Instructions
- Place the beef tenderloin in a bowl and cover with the garlic, two tablespoons of olive oil, salt and pepper.
- 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.
- Add the bourbon and let it cook for 5 more minutes. Add the 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.
- 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.
- Trimmed or Untrimmed: Beef tenderloin can be purchased trimmed or untrimmed. If you're not comfortable trimming it yourself, consider buying it pre-trimmed.
- Bring to Room Temperature: Before cooking, let the beef tenderloin come to room temperature. This ensures even cooking throughout the roast.
- Slice Properly: Slice the tenderloin against the grain into even portions. This will help retain its tenderness!
Nutrition
Calories: 460kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 52g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 145mg | Sodium: 167mg | Potassium: 999mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 0.1IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 56mg | Iron: 4mg
