Beef Tenderloin with Dijon Cream Sauce
Indulge in an exquisite dining experience right at home with this beef Tenderloin with Dijon Cream Sauce. This elegant dish combines tender beef seared to perfection, paired with a rich and creamy sauce infused with the tang of Dijon mustard and aromatic herbs. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, it’s surprisingly simple to prepare, making it a go-to recipe for impressing family and friends alike. With just a handful of wholesome ingredients, you can elevate your cooking game and enjoy restaurant-quality flavors in your own kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ lbs beef tenderloin
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
Instructions
- Season the beef tenderloin with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the beef for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned. Remove from heat and let rest.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds. Deglaze the pan with chicken broth.
- Stir in heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and thyme leaves. Simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Slice the rested beef tenderloin and drizzle with the creamy sauce before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice of beef tenderloin with sauce (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 130mg