"With the punch of peppercorns and a smooth, beefy sauce, this steak is delicious. You'll love the hint of sweetness the bittersweet chocolate adds to the savory meat. —Crystal Bruns, Iliff, Colorado..."
INGREDIENTS
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2 beef tenderloin steaks (1 inch thick and 5 ounces each)
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2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
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1 tablespoon whole white or black peppercorns, crushed
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot
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1/4 cup port wine
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1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
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1/4 cup condensed beef consomme, undiluted
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1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
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1/2 ounce bittersweet chocolate, chopped