Filet of Beef W/Blue Cheese Sauce Recipe

Name: Filet of Beef W/Blue Cheese Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (4 -5 lb) beef tenderloin, trimmed; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature; 1 tablespoon kosher salt; 1 tablespoon fresh coarse ground black pepper; 4 cups heavy cream; 4 ounces crumbly blue cheese; 3 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced

Servings: persons

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*Note that sauce is made ahead.
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For beef:.
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Preheat oven to 500 degrees.
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Place the beef on a baking sheet and pat the outside dry with a papertowel.
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Spread the butter on with your hands.
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Sprinkle evenly with the salt and pepper.
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Roast in the oven for 25 minutes for medium-rare.
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Remove the beef from the oven, cover it tightly with aluminum foil and allow it to rest at room temperature for 15 minutes.
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Slice the filet thickly and serve with blue cheese sauce.
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Instructions follow.
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Blue cheese sauce:.
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Bring the cream to a full boil in a medium saucepan and continue to boil rapidly for 45-50 minutes, until it is the consistency of white sauce, stirring occaisionally.
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Remove the pan from the heat and add the blue cheese, parmesan, salt, pepper and parsley.
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Whisk rapidly until cheeses melt.
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To reheat, warm the sauce over low heat until melted, then whisk vigorously until the sauce comes together.
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Sauce makes 3 cups.

1102

kcal

Calories

108

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (4 -5 lb) beef tenderloin, trimmed, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature, 1 tablespoon kosher salt, 1 tablespoon fresh coarse ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Filet of Beef W/Blue Cheese Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry 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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Filet of Beef W/Blue Cheese Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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