~ Simply wonderful ( Lilium speciosum ' Uchida ') _____________________ PEPPERED GRILLED TENDERLOIN with Jack Daniel's Sauce * 4 (8-oz) beef tenderloin steaks 1 Tbsp. fresh thyme 1 Tbsp. fresh rosemary 1 Tbsp. fresh marjoram 1 Tbsp. freshly ground pepper 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 4 Tbsp. Jack Daniel's whiskey fresh rosemary sprigs for garnish Sauce: 4 Tbsp. minced shallots 2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar 1/2 Tbsp. freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup organic beef stock 1/2 cup red wine 1/2 cup Jack Daniel's whiskey Rub steaks with herbs and pepper. Combine olive oil and whiskey. Pour over steaks. Cover and let stand at room temperature for 1 hour. Meanwhile, prepare sauce. Boil shallots, vinegar, pepper, beef stock, red wine and whiskey. Bring to boil and simmer until reduced to 1/2 cup. (Can make ahead) Remove steak from marinade. Grill to desired doneness and let rest. Serve with Jack Daniel's sauce, garnished with fresh rosemary sprig...
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