"A roasted beef tenderloin makes a deliciously elegant entrée for holiday meals and special occasions. This roast, which serves 6 people, has a simple seasoning crust of salt, pepper and garlic and a richly flavored sauce made with mushrooms and port wine...."
INGREDIENTS
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3 lb beef tenderloin roast
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1 to 3 teaspoons freshly ground pepper (see notes)
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 clove garlic, pressed
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2 teaspoons olive oil
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2 ounces dried mushrooms (e.g. porcini, chantarelle)
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8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced (we used oyster mushrooms)
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1-1/2 cups beef broth
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1 large shallot, finely chopped
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3 tablespoons butter
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1 tablespoon flour
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1 cup tawny port
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1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper