Tenderloins with Roasted Garlic Sauce
Indulge in restaurant-quality elegance at home with our Tenderloins with Roasted Garlic Sauce recipe. Perfectly seared beef tenderloin steaks take center stage, seasoned simply with salt and pepper to let their natural flavor shine. The star of the dish is the luscious roasted garlic sauce, made by blending caramelized garlic cloves with rich beef broth, velvety heavy cream, and fragrant fresh thyme. This luxurious sauce coats each tender bite, creating a symphony of savory depth and creaminess. Ready in under an hour, this impressive yet approachable dish is ideal for special occasions or a gourmet weeknight dinner. Pair with buttery mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a complete meal that’s sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces beef tenderloin steaks
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 whole head of garlic
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup beef broth
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Cut the top off the head of garlic, exposing the tops of the cloves. Drizzle with 1 teaspoon of olive oil, wrap in aluminum foil, and roast in the oven for 30 minutes until the cloves are caramelized and soft.
While the garlic roasts, season both sides of the beef tenderloins with salt and black pepper.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the tenderloins for 3-4 minutes per side (for medium-rare) or until cooked to your desired doneness. Remove the steaks from the skillet, cover with foil, and let rest.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add 2 tablespoons of butter. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux.
Gradually whisk in the beef broth, scraping up any brown bits from the pan.
Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins and mash into a paste. Add the garlic paste to the skillet, along with the heavy cream and fresh thyme. Stir well and let the sauce simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Serve the tenderloins topped with the roasted garlic sauce and a sprinkle of chopped parsley. Accompany with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2761 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 194.3 g | 249% | |
| Saturated Fat | 82.3 g | 412% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 662 mg | 221% | |
| Sodium | 3867 mg | 168% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.6 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.2 g | ||
| Protein | 187.3 g | 375% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 286 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 21.1 mg | 117% | |
| Potassium | 2834 mg | 60% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
