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Beef Tenderloin Tips with Mushroom Gravy Recipe

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This Beef Tenderloin Tips with Mushroom Gravy is a hearty and flavorful dish featuring tender, seared beef tips smothered in a rich mushroom and onion gravy. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner or special occasion, this recipe combines savory mushrooms, aromatic thyme, and a velvety gravy that complements the juicy beef beautifully.

Ingredients

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Beef

  • 1 pound beef tenderloin tips
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil

Mushroom Gravy

  • 2 Tablespoons butter
  • ½ cup sliced onion
  • 8 ounces sliced mushrooms
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 ½ cups beef broth
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 Tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 Tablespoons cold water (for cornstarch slurry)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Skillet: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Ensure the oil is hot and just beginning to smoke for proper searing.
  2. Season and Sear the Beef: Season the beef tenderloin tips with Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Add the beef tips to the hot skillet without overcrowding; cook in batches if necessary. Let the beef cook undisturbed for about 1 minute to develop a brown crust.
  3. Brown the Beef Fully: Flip the beef tips and continue cooking, turning occasionally for around 3 minutes until the tips are browned on all sides. Remove the beef from the skillet and place on a plate. Do not wipe the pan to retain beef drippings.
  4. Cook Onions and Mushrooms: Reduce heat to medium and add 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet along with the drippings. Add the sliced onions and mushrooms and cook for 6 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushroom liquid evaporates and onions start to caramelize.
  5. Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 to 45 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  6. Make the Gravy: Pour in 1 ½ cups of beef broth, add 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce and 1 teaspoon dried thyme. Scrape up any browned bits from the skillet bottom and stir to combine all flavors.
  7. Thicken the Gravy: Mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water to create a slurry. Whisk the slurry into the skillet mixture. Bring the gravy to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.
  8. Finish the Dish: Return the seared beef tips along with any accumulated juices from the plate back to the skillet. Stir to coat the beef in the gravy and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes to heat through.
  9. Season and Serve: Taste the gravy and season with additional salt and pepper as needed. Serve the beef tenderloin tips hot, smothered in the rich mushroom gravy.

Notes

  • Work in batches when searing the beef to avoid steaming and ensure a nice crust.
  • Do not wipe the pan after searing to retain flavorful browned bits for the gravy.
  • Use fresh mushrooms for the best flavor and texture in the gravy.
  • You can substitute cornstarch with flour for thickening if preferred.
  • This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or steamed vegetables.

Keywords: beef tenderloin tips, mushroom gravy, seared beef, quick dinner, skillet recipe

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