Magnificent Mile Beef Tenderloin with Red Wine Reduction

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Tender pan-roasted beef tenderloin medallions drizzled with a rich red wine and shallot reduction, inspired by Chicago’s luxury dining. This French-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs beef tenderloin medallions, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 French cuisine 410 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Season 4 beef tenderloin medallions (5 oz each) evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper on all sides.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil and 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until butter foams. Add the medallions and sear for 3 minutes per side for medium-rare, then remove and tent with foil to rest.
  3. Step 3: Reduce heat to medium, add 2 tbsp minced shallots to the pan and sauté for 2 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Pour in 3/4 cup dry red wine, scraping up browned bits with a wooden spoon, and simmer until reduced by half, about 5 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Add 1/2 cup beef broth and 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme; simmer until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 4 minutes.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and whisk in 1 tbsp unsalted butter until glossy. Serve the beef medallions topped with the red wine reduction.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Magnificent Mile Beef Tenderloin with Red Wine Reduction take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Magnificent Mile Beef Tenderloin with Red Wine Reduction?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep beef tenderloin medallions from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Magnificent Mile Beef Tenderloin with Red Wine Reduction?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Magnificent Mile Beef Tenderloin with Red Wine Reduction for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Magnificent Mile Beef Tenderloin with Red Wine Reduction?

French beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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