Shiitake Mushroom Stuffed Beef Tenderloin

Ingredients

• 3 lbs beef tenderloin
• 6 oz shiitake mushrooms
• 2 tbsps butter
• 2 tbsps extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tsps balsamic vinegar
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp pepper

Directions

1. Soak mushrooms in water until soft then squeeze excess water out.
2. Sauté mushrooms in butter and olive oil until browned.
3. Sprinkle mushroom with balsamic vinegar, such as a balsamic vinaigrette.
4. Using beef tenderloin or individual filet mignon, cut a slit in each steak or butterfly the tenderloin and stuff with mushroom mixture.
5. Salt and pepper to taste.
6. Secure with toothpicks and either bake or grill to desired tenderness.