by mtlabor
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2 6-8 oz. cuts of beef tenderloin Ask a question about this ingredient
2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut medium dice Ask a question about this ingredient
spinach, optional Ask a question about this ingredient
salt and pepper, to taste Ask a question about this ingredient
Espagnole sauce Ask a question about this ingredient
olive oil, for rubbing and drizzling Ask a question about this ingredient
Preheat oven to 400 F.
Ask a question about this stepRub each steak with about a tablespoon of olive oil. Season your steaks with salt and pepper, on both sides.
Ask a question about this stepPlace the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet. Drizzle with about 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss well and spread into one even layer. Bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown, stirring occasionally.
Ask a question about this stepHeat a large skillet under medium high heat. Add about a tablespoon of olive oil to the pan and heat until shimmering.
Ask a question about this stepAdd steaks and cook until desired doneness (I think a medium rare is perfect, about 6-8 minutes per side, depending on the thickness of your cut). Let rest on a cutting board for about 5 minutes.
Ask a question about this stepWarm up Espagnole Sauce, if needed.
Ask a question about this stepTo plate, place a good amount of sweet potatoes on the center of the plate. Top with steak and drizzle Espagnole sauce over top. Serve with a side salad of spinach and some fresh bread.
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Francesca is the former Assistant Editor of food52 and believes you can make anything out of farro.
That is one perfectly cooked piece of meat!