Peppered Beef Tenderloin with Mushroom Sauce Recipe - BettyCrocker.com

Ingredients

• 4- to 4 1/2-lb beef tenderloin roast
• 2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons coarse ground black pepper
• 1/4 cup butter or margarine
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped (1/2 cup)
• 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
• 1 package (8 oz) sliced fresh mushrooms (3 cups)
• 2 tablespoons dry sherry, if desired
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1/4 cup cold water
• 2 teaspoons chopped fresh or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 1 can (10 1/2 oz) condensed beef consommé
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon tomato paste (from 6-oz can)