Bacon wrapped venison tenderloin with garlic cream sauce –Do you ever feel like your dinner routine is in a boring rut? Well, let’s spice things up with a dish that’s sure to impress! Today, we’re diving into the world of Bacon-Wrapped Venison Tenderloin with Garlic Cream Sauce. Yes, you heard that right. Bacon and venison – a match made in culinary heaven!
Bacon-Wrapped Venison Tenderloin with Garlic Cream Sauce
Before we even dive into this mouthwatering recipe, let’s take a moment to appreciate the beauty of what we’re about to create. Feast your eyes on this deliciousness:
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Now that we’re sufficiently drooling, let’s get into the nitty-gritty of cooking this masterpiece. Here’s what you’ll need:
Ingredients:
- 1 pound venison tenderloin
- 8 slices of bacon
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Ready to cook? Let’s do this!
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) – because we’re about to create some heat!
- Wrap the venison tenderloin with the bacon slices. Make sure you cover it all – we want every bite to be dripping with flavor.
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the bacon-wrapped tenderloin on all sides until the bacon is golden brown and crispy. This should take about 4-5 minutes.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven (careful, it’s hot!) and cook for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 135°F (57°C) for medium-rare. Feel free to adjust cooking time based on your preferred doneness.
- While the tenderloin is baking, let’s make that garlic cream sauce! In a saucepan, sauté the minced garlic in a bit of olive oil until fragrant. Don’t let it burn! We want flavor, not char!
- Stir in the heavy cream and let it simmer gently. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Allow it to thicken for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Once the venison is done, let it rest for a few minutes. Then slice it up into those juicy medallions we all crave!
- Drizzle the garlic cream sauce over the top, sprinkle with fresh herbs if you’re feeling fancy, and serve!
There you have it! A deliciously indulgent dish that’s sure to impress your friends and family (or just yourself – we don’t judge). Enjoy your culinary creation and be prepared for the compliments to roll in!