How to cook the perfect Chateaubriand

A Chateaubriand is the king of British beef steaks, prized for its tenderness and rich, buttery flavour. This prime cut is taken from the thickest part of the beef fillet, making it exceptionally tender and perfect for special occasions. With quality organic beef, such as the DukesHill Chateaubriand, and careful cooking, you can create a restaurant-worthy meal at home and here is how.



What Makes Chateaubriand Special?

Cut from the centre of the fillet, the Chateaubriand is lean, succulent, and known for its velvety texture. It's a popular choice for sharing, as its thickness ensures even cooking. Sourced from grass-fed, organic British cattle, DukesHill Chateaubriand offers deep, natural flavour and superior quality.

Ingredients:

• DukesHill Chateaubriand (500g-600g)

• Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 50g unsalted butter

• 2 sprigs of fresh thyme

• 2 cloves of garlic, crushed

Method:

1. Prepare the meat: Remove from the fridge 30 minutes before cooking. Season generously with salt and pepper.

2. Sear: Heat olive oil in a heavy pan over high heat. Sear the meat for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden.

3. Baste: Add butter, thyme, and garlic. Spoon the melted butter over the meat for 2 minutes.

4. Roast: Transfer to a preheated oven at 200°C (180°C fan) and cook for 15 minutes for medium-rare.

5. Rest: Cover loosely with foil and let it rest for 10 minutes.

Ensure you rest the steak for at least 10 minutes to ensure the juices redistribute the juices evenly throughout the steak.

There are many different ways to enjoy your Chateaubriand, or any steak for that matter, on it's own for the purists, with peppercorn sauce or a velvety Bearnaise. We've covered these in other recipes so this time we're focused on a creamy Champagne sauce for a luxury touch.

Champagne Sauce Recipe:

• 150ml Champagne

• 100ml double cream

• 1 shallot, finely chopped

• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

• Salt and pepper to taste

Soften the shallot in the pan. Add Champagne, reduce by half, then stir in cream and mustard. Simmer until thickened and season to taste.

Serve: Slice the Chateaubriand and drizzle with Champagne sauce. Pair with roast potatoes or seasonal vegetables.

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