beef tenderloin

New Years Eve Menu (Beef Tenderloin with a Shallot, Port Cream Sauce)

I love menus that are decadent and most of it can be made ahead of time so I can enjoy my guests – and this… [more]

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Date Night/Dinner Party Menu (Beef Tenderloin with a Port Wine, Shallot Sauce)

Create a steak house style menu in the comfort of your own home for a fraction of the price! The port wine shallot sauce can be… [more]

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How to Test Meat for Doneness

Testing meat can be tricky. Most of the time you will cut into it and then all the juices will run out and the end… [more]

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Tenting Meat

The purpose of tenting meat is to let the meat rest to preserve the juices, so it remains moist and juicy.  If using a meat… [more]

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Blue Cheese Risotto with Beef Tenderloin and Caramelized Onions

The succulent filet, robust tangy risotto and sweetness of caramelized onions complement each other perfectly for a fantastic dinner party. If you want to serve… [more]

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Beef Tenderloin with a Port Wine, Shallot Sauce

This is a very elegant entrée for serving at a dinner party. The sauce can be made ahead, which allows more time to mingle with… [more]

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Grilled Whole Beef Tenderloin

There are several ways of cooking filet Mignon. This is a great way of pleasing guests with multiple temperature likings. The outside pieces will be… [more]

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