Ingredients

The following ingredients have 11 Servings
  • One (6-pound) whole beef tenderloin
  • 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 1/2 pounds large Vidalia or other sweet onions (about 5 (cut into slices 1/4-inch [6-mm] thick))
  • 2 fresh thyme sprigs
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 cup Madeira (may substitute tawny port) (or more as needed)
  • 3 cups beef stock or reduced-sodium beef broth
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons beef demi-glace
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons (1 oz) unsalted butter (at room temperature)
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

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