Beef Tenderloin Steaks With Balsamic Sauce

Ingredients

• 24 ounce beef tenderloin steaks 
• 4 servings garnish:fresh thyme sprigs 
• 1 tablespoon coarsely ground pepper 
• 4 servings balsamic sauce 
• 2 tablespoons olive oil 
• 2 tablespoons sea salt coarse-grain

Equipment

• frying pan
• oven

Directions

1. Rub tenderloin steaks evenly with salt and pepper.
2. Cook steaks in hot oil in a large ovenproof skillet over high heat 2 to 3 minutes on each side.
3. Bake at 350 for 8 to 15 minutes or to desired degree of doneness.
4. Serve with Balsamic Sauce, and garnish, if desired.
5. *2 tablespoons regular salt may be substituted.