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Mixed-Peppercorn Steaks with Sherry-Marjoram Pan Sauce

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Serve with: Tomato salad with red onions and blue cheese.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 2 servings; can be doubled

Ingredients

1 1/2 teaspoons ground mixed peppercorns
2 6-ounce filet mignons (each about 1 inch thick)
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons minced shallots
1/2 cup beef broth
1/3 cup medium-dry Sherry
1 tablespoon chopped fresh marjoram
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon chilled butter, cut into 4 pieces

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Place ground pepper on plate. Dredge steaks in pepper, turning to coat evenly. Sprinkle steaks on both sides with salt. Heat olive oil in heavy medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add steaks and cook to desired doneness, about 2 1/2 minutes per side for medium-rare. Transfer steaks to plate; tent with foil to keep warm while making pan sauce.

    Step 2

    Add shallots to skillet; sauté over medium-high heat 2 minutes. Add broth and Sherry; boil until sauce is slightly reduced, stirring to scrape up browned bits, about 4 minutes. Stir in marjoram. Remove skillet from heat; stir in vinegar. Add butter 1 piece at a time, stirring until melted. Season sauce with salt and pepper. Pour sauce over steaks and serve.

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