Ingredients
* 1 1/2-ounce package dried morels, or 6 ounces fresh morels plus 1/2 cup beef broth
* 2 6-to 8-ounce beef tenderloin steaks
* 2 tbsp (1/4 stick) butter, divided
* 3/4 cup chopped green onions
* 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
* 1 tbsp plus 1 tsp chopped fresh tarragon
Directions
1.
If using dried morels, place in 2-cup measuring cup. Add enough hot water to reach 1 1/2-cup mark; let soak until soft, about 20 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup soaking liquid. Cut morels in half if large.
2.
Meanwhile, sprinkle steaks with salt and pepper. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add steaks and cook to desired doneness, about 4 minutes per side for medium-rare. Transfer steaks to plates.
3.
Add remaining 1 tablespoon butter to skillet; add morels and green onions and sauté until tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Add cream, 1 tablespoon tarragon, Marsala, and reserved 1/2 cup morel soaking liquid or beef broth; simmer until thickened to light sauce consistency, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Pour sauce over steaks, sprinkle with remaining 1 teaspoon tarragon, and serve.
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