Pepper Steak au Poivre

Ingredients:

• 4 (8 oz) beef tenderloin steaks, about 1 1/2 inches thick
• 2 tablespoons black peppercorns, crushed
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 cup beef broth
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Salt, to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Season the beef tenderloin steaks with salt and press the crushed black peppercorns evenly onto both sides of the steaks.
3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
4. Add the steaks to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until they are browned.
5. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 5-7 minutes, or until the steaks are cooked to your desired level of doneness.
6. Remove the skillet from the oven and transfer the steaks to a serving plate.
7. In the same skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
8. Add the beef broth to the skillet and bring it to a boil.
9. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream.
10. Cook the sauce, stirring frequently, for 5-7 minutes, or until it thickens.
11. Season the sauce with salt to taste.
12. Pour the sauce over the steaks and serve immediately.

Enjoy your delicious pepper steak au poivre!