Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
3.5 lb

beef tenderloin

trimmed

1 tbsp

olive oil

2 tsp

salt

2 tsp

coarse-ground black pepper

1 unit

shallot

finely chopped

4 fluid ounces

drambuie

2 tbsp

flour

16 fluid ounces

beef broth

2 tbsp

Dijon mustard

2 tsp

Worcestershire sauce

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat oven to 425°F.

Step 2
~5 min

Rub the beef tenderloin with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

Step 3
~5 min

Place the beef in a roasting pan.

Key Technique: Roasting
Step 4
~5 min

Roast for 30 to 40 minutes, or until meat reaches 130°F for rare or 140°F for medium-rare.

Step 5
~5 min

Remove the beef from the oven when it is 10 degrees shy of desired doneness.

Step 6
~5 min

Let the roast rest, loosely covered.

Step 7
~5 min

Add the finely chopped shallot to the roasting pan.

Key Technique: Roasting
Step 8
~5 min

Heat the Drambuie in a small saucepan over low heat.

Step 9
~5 min

Pour the warmed Drambuie over the beef and ignite carefully using a long match.

Step 10
~5 min

Once the flame is extinguished, transfer the beef to a serving platter and keep warm.

Step 11
~5 min

Add the flour to the roasting pan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.

Key Technique: Roasting
Step 12
~5 min

Whisk in the beef broth, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce.

Step 13
~5 min

Bring the sauce to a boil, whisking until smooth.

Step 14
~5 min

Season the gravy to taste with salt and pepper.

Step 15
~5 min

Transfer the gravy to a gravy boat.

Step 16
~5 min

Slice the beef tenderloin.

Step 17
~5 min

Serve the sliced beef with the Drambuie sauce.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a meat thermometer for accurate doneness.

Let the beef rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing for maximum juiciness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

The sauce can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with roasted vegetables.

Serve with mashed potatoes.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted asparagus
Mashed sweet potatoes

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Scotland

Cultural Significance

Traditional Scottish dish, often served during celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Hogmanay

Occasion Tags

Christmas
Dinner Party
Special Occasion

Popularity Score

70/100

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