This recipe for Tenderloin with Easy Béarnaise Sauce features a succulent beef tenderloin (filet mignon) seasoned with salt and pepper, seared to a golden brown, and then roasted to perfection in the oven. The tenderloin is complemented by a rich, creamy Béarnaise sauce made from egg yolks, white wine vinegar, clarified butter, and fresh tarragon. This elegant dish, perfect for a gourmet dinner, is easy to prepare and pairs well with roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad. The recipe serves 4 and takes about 45-50 minutes from start to finish.
Tenderloin with Easy Béarnaise Sauce Recipe
Ingredients:
For the Beef Tenderloin:
– 1.8kg/4 lbs Beef Tenderloin (Filet Mignon)
– Salt and pepper to taste
For the Easy Béarnaise Sauce:
– 4 egg yolks
– 1 tbsp white wine vinegar
– 160g/2/3 cup unsalted butter
– 10g/2 tbsp fresh tarragon, leaves only, chopped
– Salt to taste
Directions:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 200C/400F. Allow the beef tenderloin to come to room temperature.
2. Prepare the Beef: Trim the wider part of the beef tenderloin to obtain two pieces of equal width. Tie each piece with kitchen twine, then season generously with salt and pepper.
3. Sear the Beef: Heat a large frying pan over high heat and sear the beef on all sides until golden brown.
4. Roast the Tenderloin: Transfer the seared beef to the oven and roast for 25 minutes for medium-rare or 30 minutes for well-done. Let the beef rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.
5. Prepare the Béarnaise Sauce: In a saucepan, melt the butter until it starts to bubble. Remove from heat and separate the yellow clarified butter from the white sediment.
6. Blend the Sauce: In a blender, blend the egg yolks with white wine vinegar until pale. Gradually add the melted butter, continuing to blend until the sauce thickens and nearly triples in volume.
7. Finish the Sauce: Stir in the chopped tarragon and season with salt. Keep the sauce warm until serving.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve the tenderloin sliced, drizzled with the easy Béarnaise sauce. This dish pairs well with roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition:
– Prep Time: 20 minutes
– Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
– Total Time: 45-50 minutes
– Calories: 760 kcal
– Servings: 4 servings
