Peppered Beef Fillet With Bearnaise Sauce Recipe

Name: Peppered Beef Fillet With Bearnaise Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs filet of beef; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, crushed; 1 tablespoon crushed black peppercorns; 2 teaspoons crushed coriander seeds; Bearnaise Sauce; 5 ounces butter; 3 shallots, chopped; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 2 tablespoons tarragon vinegar; 1 tablespoon fresh tarragon; 4 egg yolks; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Servings: persons

2 lbs filet of beef
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon crushed black peppercorns
2 teaspoons crushed coriander seeds
Bearnaise Sauce
5 ounces butter
3 shallots, chopped
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons tarragon vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh tarragon
4 egg yolks
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

1
Preheat oven to 450F.
2
Tie fillet up with string to keep a good shape.
3
Brush with oil and rub with garlic.
4
Roll fillet in crushed peppercorns and coriander and season generously with salt.
5
Place fillet on a rack in baking pan.
6
Roast for 10 minutes and then reduce heat to 350F.
7
Roast for a further 20 minutes for medium rare or until done to taste.
8
Stand, tented with foil, for 10-15 minutes.
9
Meanwhile, make the Bearnaise: Melt butter in a small saucepan.
10
Continue heating until milky parts have separated.
11
Do not stir.
12
Skim off any milky sediment with a spoon and set clear butter aside.
13
Place shallots, wine, vinegar and tarragon in a small saucepan.
14
Cook rapidly until only 2 tblsps of the liquid are left.
15
Strain and set aside.
16
Place egg yolks in food processor or blender.
17
Process for 10 seconds.
18
Add lemon juice.
19
Process for 5 seconds.
20
Slowly pour the melted butter in through the chute while the motor is running.
21
Add seasoning and strained shallot mixture.
22
Process for a few seconds.
23
Serve peppered beef fillet with Bearnaise Sauce.

1003

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* 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.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs filet of beef, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 cloves garlic, crushed, 1 tablespoon crushed black peppercorns, and more.

Yes, Peppered Beef Fillet With Bearnaise 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Peppered Beef Fillet With Bearnaise Sauce

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