Beef tenderloin in Dijon and Cognac sauce

If you are planning a romantic this is your best choice! Delicious beef tenderloin with a creamy and delicious sauce.

beef tenderloin

Ingredients (2 servings)

  • 500 grams beef tenderloin
  • Rock salt
  • Ground black pepper
  • Garlic granules (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil.

Cognac cream and Dijon sauce

  • 1/3 cup cognac or brandy
  • ½ cup whipping cream
  • 2-3 teaspoons Dijon mustard, soft
  • 2 teaspoons fresh tarragon, chopped.

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European Recipe: Beef bourguignon

The beef bourguignon is one of the typical dishes of French cuisine, specifically in the region of Burgundy.

beef bourguignon

The beef bourguignon (beef with red wine sauce) is one of the most popular French dishes worldwide. Served with mashed potatoes and glazed carrots, beef bourguignon is a very tasty and complete dish.

Ingredients
For the beef
• 2 teaspoons of flour
• 1 kg of veal or beef, cut into pieces cubes
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 150 grams of bacon into very small pieces
• 1 finely chopped chives
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 1 clove garlic, crushed
• 50 ml of brandy
• 500 ml of red wine
• 250 ml beef broth
• 2 leaves of laurel, 2 strips of thyme and 2 strips of fresh parsley
• 25 grams butter
• 150 grams of baby onions
• 200 grams mushrooms
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