Marsala Beef Tenderloin With Ham

Ingredients

• 2 lbs beef tenderloin
• 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
• Slices of ham
• 1 tbsp butter
• Salt and pepper
• 1 tbsp flour
• 1 cup soup stock or water
• 2 tbsp Marsala or Sherry wine

Method

1. 1 Roll the tenderloin, tie it securely, and place in a pot with sliced onion, ham, and butter. Season moderately with salt and pepper.
2. 2 Brown the meat on all sides until the onion is soft. Sprinkle with flour and cook until lightly colored.
3. 3 Add stock or water, bring to a simmer, and cook on low heat until tender.
4. 4 Strain the gravy, skim off fat, and return to the pot with Marsala or Sherry. Simmer until sauce reaches desired consistency.
5. 5 Slice the meat and serve with the sauce.