Beef Tenderloin in Mushroom Sauce

A no fuss special meal for two.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 1  teaspoon  vegetable oil
• 4  tablespoons butter or 4  tablespoons margarine, divided
• 2  beef tenderloin steaks (1 inch thick) or 2  beef tenderloin fillets (1 inch thick)
• 1⁄2 cup  chopped fresh mushrooms
• 1  tablespoon  chopped green onion
• 1  tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1⁄8 teaspoon salt
• 1  dash pepper
• 2⁄3 cup chicken broth or 2⁄3 cup beef broth
• 1⁄8 teaspoon  browning sauce (optional)

Directions

1. In a skillet, heat oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat. Cook steaks for 6-7 minutes on each side or until meat is done as desired (for medium-rare, a meat thermometer should read 145°; medium, 160°; well-done, 170°). Remove to a serving platter and keep warm. To pan juices, add mushrooms, onions and remaining butter; saute until tender. Add flour, salt and pepper; gradually stir in broth until smooth. Add browning sauce if desired. Bring to a boil; boil and stir for 2 minutes. Spoon over the steaks. Serve immediately.