Filet of Beef from Limousin, Braised Cheeks, Winemaker Sauce Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 filet of beef from Limousin (Approximately 1.5 to 2 pounds)
• 2 beef cheeks (cleaned)
• 2 cups beef stock
• 1 bottle of red wine (Pinot Noir or Cabernet Sauvignon)
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Sea salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
2. Season both sides of the filet of beef with salt and pepper.
3. In a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the beef cheeks and sear on all sides until browned. Remove and set aside.
4. In the same Dutch oven, add the diced onions, minced garlic, and the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Sauté until the onions are translucent.
5. Add the beef stock and the bottle of red wine to the Dutch oven, scraping the bottom to deglaze the pan. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Bring the sauce to a boil and then reduce to a simmer. Add the beef cheeks back to the pot.
7. Cover the Dutch oven with a tight-fitting lid and place it in the preheated oven. Braise for 3 hours.
8. Remove the Dutch oven from the oven and set it on the stove over medium-high heat. Remove the beef cheeks from the sauce and set aside. Simmer the sauce until it reduces and thickens, about 10-15 minutes.
9. While the sauce is reducing, heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Sear the filet of beef on each side for about 2 minutes.
10. Place the seared filet of beef in the oven and roast until internal temperature reaches 130 degrees F for medium-rare, about 10-15 minutes.
11. Remove the filet of beef from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
12. In a heated serving platter, place the sliced filet of beef and top with two forkfuls of the braised beef cheeks. Drizzle the winemaker sauce over the beef.
13. Serve hot and enjoy!

Verdict and Serving Suggestions:

This Filet of Beef from Limousin, Braised Cheeks, Winemaker Sauce is a showstopper dish and perfect for a special occasion. The beef is fork-tender and packed with flavor from the braised cheeks and winemaker sauce. Serve with a side dish of roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes to make it a complete meal. Enjoy with your favorite red wine.