Beef Tenderloin Steaks With Brandy Mushrooms

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   Place the beef on a plate. In a small bowl, combine the salt and pepper; sprinkle half of the mixture evenly over both sides of the beef and let stand 15 minutes. Preheat oven 200 degrees F.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, to the remaining salt and pepper add coffee granules, vinegar, and all, but 1 tablespoon of the brandy; set aside.

3. 3

   Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray and place over medium-high heat until hot. Coat mushrooms with additional cooking spray and add to skillet. Cook 5 minutes or until most of liquid is absorbed. Transfer to bowl.

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   Place skillet over medium high heat; heat 1 minute. Add steaks; cook for 3 minutes on each side. Reduce to medium low, turn and cook 2 minutes or until desired doneness (medium rare 145 degrees or medium 160 degrees F). Place on four individual dinner plates and place in oven to keep warm.

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   Add the brandy mixture to skillet; return to heat. Bring to a boil over medium high heat and boil 1 minute or until reduced to 1/4 cup liquid. Stir in the mushrooms and cook over medium high heat 1 to 2 minutes or until most of the liquid is evaporated, remove from heat, stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon brandy and the spread. Spoon evenly over beef, top with additional coarsely ground black pepper, if desire, and serve immediately. Makes 4 (1 steak and 1/4 cup mushrooms)

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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