Beef Tenderloin with Mushroom Sauce
Pan-seared beef tenderloin topped with a creamy mushroom sauce, finished with a drizzle of balsamic reduction and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes. A quick yet elegant weeknight dinner.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 650
- Protein
- 40g

Ingredients
- 2 filets (6 oz each) beef tenderloin steaks
- 8 oz, sliced mushrooms
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp balsamic reduction
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
- 1
Pat the 2 beef tenderloin filets dry and season both sides with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over high heat until shimmering.
- 2
Sear the steaks for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, until a brown crust forms. Transfer to a plate and let rest while you make the sauce.
- 3
Reduce heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil. Add the 8 oz sliced mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, until they release their liquid and turn golden, about 5-7 minutes.
- 4
Pour in the 1/2 cup heavy cream and stir, scraping up any browned bits. Simmer until the sauce thickens slightly, about 2-3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- 5
Spoon the mushroom sauce over the rested steaks and drizzle with the 2 tbsp balsamic reduction. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- skillet
- spatula
- cutting board
- knife
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