CHATEAUBRIAND WITH COGNAC SAUCE

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Posted in response to a request. From "Aces", one of the Best of Bridge series of cookbooks. This recipe is easily cut in half for a small dinner party.

Provided by Lennie

Categories     Meat

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 (2 -2 1/2 lb) beef tenderloin steaks, 2-1/2 lbs each (1.25 kg each)
5 garlic cloves, peeled and finely slivered
2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons butter or 1 1/2 tablespoons margarine
4 medium shallots, minced
2 cups beef stock
2 tablespoons cognac or 2 tablespoons brandy
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/2 cup real butter, cut into 8 pieces
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Cut 3/4-inch deep slits in meat; insert garlic slivers into slits.
  • Preheat oven to 450°F degrees.
  • In large skillet, heat oil and brown meat on all sides.
  • Place meat on a rack in roasting pan; set skillet aside.
  • Roast meat to desired doneness, about 40 minutes for medium-rare.
  • To make sauce, melt 1-1/2 tbsp butter or margarine in reserved skillet; add shallots and sauté until softened.
  • Stir in stock, scraping up brown bits.
  • Bring to a boil and cook until reduced by half.
  • Add cognac and boil one minute.
  • Reduce heat to low and whisk in mustard, then butter, one piece at a time.
  • Cook just until butter is melted.
  • Stir in parsley and season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Carve meat into 1/2-inch slices and spoon sauce over; serve immediately with a variety of fresh garden vegetables and a good red wine.

Mohammed Minar
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This recipe was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Dambar Lama
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Overall, I was not impressed with this recipe. I will not be making it again.


kiptoo kelvin
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This dish was a disappointment. I expected more from a recipe with such a high rating.


UMAR Rajpoot
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I would not recommend this recipe to others.


Burhan Rana
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This recipe is not worth the effort. There are better ways to cook a steak.


Maddie Albin
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I found the beef to be a bit tough.


MyDeal Blog.
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The sauce was a bit too salty for my taste.


New Amp
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This recipe is a bit too complicated for me. I prefer simpler dishes.


Neschal Daocharan
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I've been making this dish for years and it never disappoints. It's a classic for a reason.


Emmanuel Lugard
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This is one of my favorite recipes. It's always a hit when I make it.


Maggie vaszquez
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I made this dish for a dinner party and everyone raved about it. It's definitely a showstopper.


irfan Jamali
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This recipe is a keeper! The beef was cooked to perfection and the sauce was divine.


Naula Scovia
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I'm not a big fan of cognac, but I loved the sauce in this recipe. It was rich and flavorful without being overpowering.


Diane Lubbe
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This dish was easy to make and it tasted amazing. I will definitely be making it again.


game saidul
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The beef was tender and juicy, and the sauce was delicious.


Sky Hunter
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The sauce was a bit too strong for my taste, but the beef was cooked perfectly.


Said Islam
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth the effort. The end result is a delicious and impressive dish that's perfect for a special occasion.


Glenn Eason
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. The cognac sauce is what really makes it special.


Virendar Singh
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This Chateaubriand with Cognac Sauce was an absolute delight! The beef was cooked to perfection and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I served it with roasted asparagus and mashed potatoes, and it was a meal fit for a king.


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