STEAK AU POIVRE FOR 2

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With the punch of peppercorns and a smooth, beefy sauce, this steak is delicious. You'll love the hint of sweetness the bittersweet chocolate adds to the savory meat. -Crystal Bruns, Iliff, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 beef tenderloin steaks (1 inch thick and 5 ounces each)
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 tablespoon whole white or black peppercorns, crushed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot
1/4 cup port wine
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup condensed beef consomme, undiluted
1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/2 ounce bittersweet chocolate, chopped

Steps:

  • Rub steaks with 1 tablespoon oil; sprinkle with peppercorns and salt. In a skillet, heat 2 teaspoons oil over medium heat. Add steaks; cook 5-7 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°). Remove and keep warm., In same pan, heat remaining oil over medium-high heat. Add shallot; cook and stir about 1 minute or until tender. Add wine and vinegar, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until slightly thickened., Stir in consomme and rosemary; bring to a boil. Add chocolate; cook and stir until melted and sauce is slightly thickened. Serve with steaks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425 calories, Fat 25g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 503mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

Godsent Zinhanga
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The steak is cooked to perfection and the sauce is amazing.


Jolie Coomer
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I've tried several steak au poivre recipes and this one is by far the best. The steak is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is rich and flavorful.


BAZIGA PRINCE
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I made this recipe for my husband's birthday and he loved it. The steak was cooked to his liking and the sauce was very tasty.


Simaa GuLali
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This was the worst steak au poivre I've ever had. The steak was overcooked and the sauce was bland.


Jimmy Koscho
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I'm not a big fan of pepper, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the steak was cooked perfectly.


Musaffir ali
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This is my go-to recipe for steak au poivre. It's always a crowd-pleaser and the leftovers are even better the next day.


Alex Oduro Bochway
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The steak was a bit dry, but the sauce was very good.


Subhan subi
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This recipe is a great way to impress your guests. The steak is cooked to perfection and the sauce is divine. I highly recommend it.


THANDOLWETHU DLAMINI
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I followed the recipe exactly and the steak came out tough. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Lisa Cook
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This was the best steak au poivre I've ever had. The steak was tender and juicy, and the sauce was perfectly balanced. I highly recommend this recipe.


Babalola Hammad
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I thought the sauce was a bit too heavy, but the steak was cooked perfectly.


Muhammad Akkasha
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This recipe is a keeper! The steak was cooked to perfection and the sauce was amazing. I served it with mashed potatoes and asparagus, and it was a perfect meal.


mwash Technician
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The steak was a bit overcooked for my taste, but the sauce was delicious. I'll try cooking the steak for less time next time.


Deepak Sarmila
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This was my first time making steak au poivre and it turned out great! The steak was tender and juicy, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Syed Akbar Ali
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The steak is cooked perfectly and the sauce is to die for. Highly recommend!


yazotaki
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This steak au poivre recipe was easy to follow and resulted in a delicious and flavorful dish. The sauce was particularly good, with a nice balance of pepper and creaminess.