Grilled Beef Tenderloin with Peppercorn

Instructions

1. Season the beef tenderloin steaks with salt and press the crushed peppercorns onto both sides.
2. Heat olive oil in a grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the steaks and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare.
3. Remove the steaks from the pan and let them rest, covered with foil.
4. In the same pan, add butter and sauté shallots and garlic until soft.
5. Deglaze the pan with brandy, scraping up any browned bits, and let it reduce by half.
6. Add heavy cream and thyme, simmer until the sauce thickens slightly.
7. Serve the steaks with the peppercorn sauce drizzled over the top.

Prep

• Bring beef tenderloin to room temperature 1 hour before cooking.