Beef Tenderloin Steak W Cherry Port Sauce

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5 ww points. From ww's annual recipes for success 2005

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Steps

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Set oven to broil.

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Combine cherries , 1 / 4 cup port , and juice in a small bowl.

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Let stand for 30 minutes for the cherries to absorb most of the liquid.

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Coat beef with cooking spray.

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Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

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Broil 6 inches from heat for 15 minutes.

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Reduce heat to 375 and bake for 30 minutes or until meat thermometer reads 145 degrees.

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Let stand 10 minutes before slicing.

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Heat oil in pan over medium-high heat.

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Add shallot and garlic.

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Saute 1 1 / 2 minutes.

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Stir in cherry mixture , 3 / 4 cup port , broth , and thyme.

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Bring to a boil.

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Cook 10 minutes or until reduced to 1 / 2 cup.

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Pour over steaks.

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Serve immediately.

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Serving size is 1 steak with 2 tbsp sauce.

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Ingredients

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dried cherries, port wine, cherry juice, beef tenderloin, butter-flavored cooking spray, salt, black pepper, olive oil, shallots, garlic clove, low sodium beef broth, dried thyme