For this classic roast beef recipe, cremini or white mushrooms are delicious in the sauce.

Tie kitchen string around beef in 4 places.

Season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.

Beef Tenderloin with Cabernet-Mushroom Sauce

Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Add the beef and cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides, 6 to 8 minutes.

Transfer to the prepared pan.

Let rest 10 minutes before slicing.

Meanwhile, heat the remaining 2 teaspoons oil in the skillet over medium-high heat.

Add shallot and cook for 30 seconds.

Pour in wine, bring to a boil and cook until nearly evaporated, about 3 minutes.

Remove from heat, add butter and swirl until melted.

Remove the string and slice the beef.

Serve with the mushroom sauce.

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