Ingredients:
2 (8 ounce) beef tenderloin steaks, 1 1/2 inch thick
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons butter
Directions:
Rub the beef with the vegetable oil and season with freshly ground black pepper.
Let the beef rest at room temperature for 1 hour.
Heat a large, heavy skillet over medium-high heat.
Quickly sear the meat about 5 seconds on each side, then remove from skillet.
Melt and brown the butter in the skillet.
Return the meat to the skillet, and fry 4 to 5 minutes on each side.
The outside of the meat should be browned and crisp.
Remove from the skillet and let stand for about 5 minutes for the juices to settle.
Servings: Serve
Time preparation: 5 min.
Time total: 15 min.