Beef Tenderloin with Morels and Tarragon-Marsala Sauce
Serving Size - 2
Prepared By - DnD
Recipe Rating
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6 oz fresh morels or white mushrooms
2 - 6 to 8-ounce beef tenderloin steaks
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter, divided
3/4 cup chopped green onions
1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon
3 tablespoon dry Marsala
1/2 Cup Beef Broth

Cut morels in half if large, or if using white mushrooms, slice them into quarters. Melt 1 tablespoon butter to skillet; add mushrooms and green onions and saute until tender. Add cream, 1 Tablespoon Tarragon, Marsala, and 1/2 cup beef broth; simmer until thickened to light sauce consistency, about 10-15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Meanwhile, sprinkle steaks with salt and pepper, let steak come to room temp before grilling. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in medium nonstick skillet over medium high heat. Add steaks and sear for 1-2 on each side, then transfer to in direct bbq to cook to desired doneness, about 4 minutes per side for medium-rare. Transfer steaks to plates. Pour sauce over steaks, sprinkle with remaining 1 teaspoon tarragon, and serve.