Shiitake Mushroom Stuffed Beef Tenderloin

Ingredients

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

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.