TENDERLOIN WITH PEPPERCORN CREAM

Ingredients:
1 tbsp olive oil
2 (6oz) pcs beef tenderloin
Salt and pepper
¼ cup brandy
1 clove large garlic, minced
1 tsp crushed peppercorn
½ tsp dried oregano
1/8 tsp salt
2/3 cup whipping cream
1-1/2 tbsps sour cream
Fresh oregano sprigs for garnish


Procedure:

Heat olive oil in skillet.
Sprinkle tenderloin steak with salt and pepper.
Sear steaks on both sides: Remove from skillet and place on rack in broiler pan.
Broil 5 ½ inches from heat for 5 to 7 minutes on each side.
Add brandy to drippings in skillet; bring to a boil and deglaze pan by scraping particles that cling to bottom.
Add garlic, peppercorn, oregano and salt; cook for 1 minute.
Add whipping cream; bring to a boil and cook for 6 to 7 minutes or until sauce is reduced by half.
Remove from heat; whisk in sour cream and spoon sauce over steak.
Garnish with oregano sprigs if desired.