STEAKS WITH SHALLOT SAUCE

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WE have hearty beef eaters in our family and this recipe is always a winner. Freshly cracked pepper really brings out the flavor and the touch of vinegar and Worcestershire sauce make these steaks perfect.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2/3 cup sliced shallots or green onions
2 tablespoons butter, divided
1/4 cup beef broth
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 beef tenderloin steaks (6 ounces each)
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon olive oil

Steps:

Saute shallots in 1 tablespoon butter in a small skillet until tender. Add broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer until liquid is reduced to about 1 tablespoon. Stir in vinegar and Worcestershire sauce; cook 1 minute longer. Remove from the heat. Stir in 1-1/2 teaspoons butter. Cover and keep warm., Sprinkle steaks with pepper. In a large skillet, cook steaks in oil and remaining butter until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°). Serve with shallot sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404 calories, Fat 23g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 105mg cholesterol, Sodium 265mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 38g protein.