Chateaubriand for Two Recipe

Name: Chateaubriand for Two
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 pounds beef tenderloin, trimmed; 2 tablespoons Essence, recipe follows; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 4 large baking potatoes, like russets; 2 carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces; 2 large turnips, peeled and halved; 1 cup beef stock; 2 1/2 tablespoons paprika; 2 tablespoons salt; 2 tablespoons garlic powder; 1 tablespoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano; 1 tablespoon dried thyme

Servings: persons

1 1/4 pounds beef tenderloin, trimmed
2 tablespoons Essence, recipe follows
2 tablespoons canola oil
4 large baking potatoes, like russets
2 carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
2 large turnips, peeled and halved
1 cup beef stock
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme

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["Preheat oven to 400 degrees.", "Season tenderloin with Essence.", "Heat a large saute pan over high heat, add the oil and sear meat well on all sides.", "Transfer meat to a roasting rack set in a roasting pan and roast 15 minutes for medium-rare.", "Meanwhile ""turn"" vegetables, cutting them into even-sized pieces shaped like footballs.", "Cook vegetables separately in small pots of salted water just until tender, drain and cool.", "Transfer meat to a carving board, tent with foil to keep warm and let rest at least 10 minutes.", "Remove rack from roasting pan, place pan over medium high heat and pour in stock to deglaze.", "Bring to a boil, scraping bottom of pan to incorporate any browned bits into sauce.", "Simmer and adjust seasonings, to taste.", "Add vegetables to stock to reheat.", "Slice meat in thin slices.", "To serve, present meat in ""shingles"

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/4 pounds beef tenderloin, trimmed, 2 tablespoons Essence, recipe follows, 2 tablespoons canola oil, 4 large baking potatoes, like russets, and more.

Yes, Chateaubriand for Two falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chateaubriand for Two

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