Description
Indulge in the classic French dish with this Steak au Poivre recipe. Tender beef tenderloin steaks coated in crushed peppercorns and served with a luxurious cognac cream sauce.
Ingredients
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Beef Tenderloin Steaks:
- 4 beef tenderloin steaks (about 6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons whole black peppercorns, coarsely crushed
- 1 teaspoon salt
Peppercorn Cream Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/3 cup cognac or brandy
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Steaks: Pat the steaks dry, season with salt, press crushed peppercorns onto steaks.
- Sear the Steaks: Sear steaks in a skillet, then transfer to a plate and tent with foil.
- Make the Sauce: Deglaze the pan with cognac, add cream, and mustard if desired. Simmer until thickened.
- Finish and Serve: Return steaks to the pan, coat with sauce, and garnish with parsley. Serve hot.
Notes
- For a stronger flavor, use green peppercorns in brine instead of black peppercorns.
- Pair with mashed potatoes, green beans, or a simple salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak with sauce
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 44g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 155mg
