Shelly's Recipe

BEEF TENDERLOIN WITH CREAMY MUSHROOM SAUCE

Category: Steaks - Beef

2 beef tenderloin steaks, 1 1/2 inches thick (6 to 8 oz each)
3 tsp extra virgin olive oil, divided
1 tsp butter
1/2 large shallot, thinly slivered
2 cups sliced baby Portobello mushrooms
1/4 cup Alouette Garlic & Herbs, or Savory Vegetable Spreadable Cheese, or Creamy Onion & Shallots Spreadable Cheese
1/2 cup milk
1 tsp minced fresh parsley, if desired

Heat broiler. Coat all sides of tenderloin with 1 tsp of the olive oil. Place on broiler pan. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Broil 4 inches from heat for 6 minutes or until well-browned. Turn. Broil 6 to 8 minutes or until desired doneness.

Meanwhile, heat remaining olive oil and the butter in small skillet over medium heat. Add shallot; cook 1 minute. Add mushrooms. Cook 2 to 3 minutes or until tender, stirring frequently. Stir in cheese, adding milk to desired consistency. Heat just until warm. Spoon sauce over tenderloins. Sprinkle with parsley. Serves 2