Brazilian recipe
Four-Cheese Beef Fillet: A Simple and Rich Recipe
Prepare succulent beef tenderloin medallions coated in a creamy four-cheese sauce. A classic, practical dish perfect for an elegant dinner at home.
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Ingredients
1 kg beef tenderloin medallions
Salt to taste
1 tbsp minced garlic
2 tbsp margarine
3 tbsp margarine
1 1/2 tbsp all-purpose flour
500 ml milk
100 g grated Parmesan cheese
100 g grated provolone cheese
100 g grated semi-hard cheese
100 g grated Edam cheese
500 ml heavy cream
1 tbsp beef bouillon powder
7 slices of toasted Italian bread
1 tbsp mixed dried herbs
Chopped sun-dried tomatoes to taste
Salt to taste
1 tbsp minced garlic
2 tbsp margarine
3 tbsp margarine
1 1/2 tbsp all-purpose flour
500 ml milk
100 g grated Parmesan cheese
100 g grated provolone cheese
100 g grated semi-hard cheese
100 g grated Edam cheese
500 ml heavy cream
1 tbsp beef bouillon powder
7 slices of toasted Italian bread
1 tbsp mixed dried herbs
Chopped sun-dried tomatoes to taste
Where to find ingredients
Beef tenderloin and cheeses can be found in the fresh meat and dairy sections of local supermarkets; sun-dried tomatoes and dried herbs are available in the pantry aisles.
Preparation method
- Season the beef tenderloin medallions with salt and minced garlic
- Heat 2 tablespoons of margarine in a large skillet and sear the medallions over medium-high heat
- Remove the medallions from the skillet and set aside
- In the same skillet, add the remaining 3 tablespoons of margarine
- Stir in the flour and mix well to create a paste
- Gradually pour in the milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps, until a smooth white sauce forms
- Cook over low heat until the sauce thickens
- Incorporate the grated cheeses (Parmesan, provolone, semi-hard, and Edam) into the sauce
- Add the heavy cream and beef bouillon powder
- Stir well until the cheeses have melted and the sauce is uniform
- Arrange the toasted Italian bread slices on a serving platter or dish
- Place the seared beef medallions on top of the toasted bread
- Pour the warm four-cheese sauce generously over the medallions
- Garnish with chopped sun-dried tomatoes and mixed dried herbs
Observations
The Four-Cheese Beef Fillet is a rich, flavorful dish known for its velvety texture and ease of preparation. Ideal for special occasions, it pairs the tenderness of beef tenderloin with a sophisticated sauce. The combination of Parmesan, provolone, semi-hard cheese, and Edam cheese creates a depth of flavor that is both complex and comforting. Finished with Italian-style toasted bread and sun-dried tomatoes, this meal offers a complete and memorable dining experience for any palate.
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