BEEF TENDERLOINS WITH CRANBERRY SAUCE

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I serve this cranberry sauce with beef tenderloins for occasional family meals, but it also works great with wild game. -Steven Jonas, Pierre, South Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 beef tenderloin steaks (6 ounces each)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
SAUCE:
1 pound frozen cranberries, thawed
1-1/2 cups dry red wine
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
2 fresh rosemary sprigs
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 shallot, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Sprinkle steaks with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, cook steaks in oil over medium-high heat for 2 minutes on each side. Transfer to a 15x10x1-in. baking pan., Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 16-20 minutes or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°). Remove and keep warm., Meanwhile, in the same skillet, combine the cranberries, wine, brown sugar, vinegar, rosemary sprigs, lemon juice, shallot, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half. Discard rosemary; allow to cool slightly., Transfer to a food processor; cover and process until pureed. Strain sauce, discarding pulp; Serve with steaks.

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Tetebea Vida
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This recipe was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it! The beef was so tender and juicy, and the cranberry sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.


Carmen Winsten
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success! The beef was cooked perfectly and the cranberry sauce was a hit. I highly recommend this recipe.


Samsoon Masih
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This was an easy and delicious recipe! The beef was tender and flavorful, and the cranberry sauce was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.


Abdullah Farooqi
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The beef was cooked to perfection and the cranberry sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


only2comment98
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it always turns out perfectly. The beef is always tender and juicy, and the cranberry sauce is the perfect accompaniment.


Chandra Nath
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I made this recipe last night and it was a hit! The beef was so tender and juicy, and the cranberry sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and tart. My guests raved about it!


Maratab Ali
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This was a great recipe! The beef tenderloins were cooked perfectly and the cranberry sauce was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.