Best-Ever Beef Tenderloin with Dijon Cream Sauce
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of this Best-Ever Beef Tenderloin with Dijon Cream Sauce, a gourmet dish that is surprisingly easy to prepare. With its tender, juicy beef paired with a rich and tangy cream sauce, this recipe is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a special family dinner. Ready in just 30 minutes, it transforms everyday ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal. The effortless preparation involves marinating, searing, and drizzling the luxurious sauce over your perfectly cooked tenderloin. This dish not only satisfies the taste buds but also creates memorable moments around your dinner table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs beef tenderloin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme (or rosemary)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish lightly with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season the beef tenderloin generously with salt, pepper, and Dijon mustard.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and sear the beef on all sides until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- Roast the beef in the oven for 15-20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) for medium-rare.
- Remove beef from skillet; sauté minced garlic in the same skillet until fragrant. Add chicken broth to deglaze, then stir in heavy cream and remaining Dijon mustard.
- Slice the rested beef into medallions and serve with sauce drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg