VIRGIL'S TENDERLOIN TIPS

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This recipe is one that my DAD made for a special occasion. It was one of his best on the menu. I have made this, but it didn't turn out like DAD,S.

Provided by Eddie Jordan

Categories     Beef

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 oz beef tenderloin, cut into 1" cubes
1 c burgundy divided
1 Tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
4 oz button mushrooms, thinly sliced
1 small onion thinly sliced
1 tsp french seasoning
1 Tbsp cornstarch
1/2 c beef stock
1/4 -1/2 tsp salt to taste
1/4 - 1/2 tsp ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Marinate the beef for 1 hour in 1/3 cup of the wine.
  • 2. Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms and onion and cook until golden about 5 - 7 minutes.
  • 3. Add the beef and remaining wine and cook until the wine has reduced by half.
  • 4. In a bowl combine the French seasoning, cornstarch, beef stock, salt and pepper and stir vigorously to blend. Reduce heat to medium - low and pour slowly into the pan, stirring frequently until sauce thickens about 2 -3 minutes.
  • 5. Serve with mashed potatoes and a salad.

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