Irish Gaelic Steak

This is yummy and a nice change from barbequed steak. Comfort food at it's best, straight from the Bridge House Hotel in Tullamore, County Offaly, Ireland where this gaelic steak is their 'house special'.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2  tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2  tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 4  beef tenderloin steaks
• 1  garlic clove, minced
• 1  shallot, minced
• 4  ounces mushrooms, chopped
• 1  teaspoon honey
• 1⁄2 teaspoon  whole grain mustard
• 2  tablespoons  Irish whiskey
• 3⁄4 cup  beef stock
• 3⁄4 cup heavy whipping cream
•  salt, preferably sea salt
•  pepper, freshly ground

Directions

1. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat butter and oil.
2. Add the steaks and cook 2 - 3 minutes on each side (for rare). Transfer to a warm plate and cover.
3. Add garlic, shallot and mushrooms to the pan and cook 2 - 3 minutes until soft, but not browned.
4. Stir in the honey and mustard and cook for 1 minute.
5. Add the whiskey and stock or broth and cook for 3 - 4 minutes or until reduced in half.
6. Whisk in cream and cook 2 - 3 minutes more or until thickened.
7. Season with salt and pepper.