Filet Of Beef In Phyllo With Madeira

Directions

1. Preheat over to 400. Rub filet with salt. In a heavy skillet, over high heat, sear in butter till brown. Set aside. In same pan, saute/fry mushrooms and shallots for 2-3 mins. Set aside. Layer 12 pcs phyllo, brushing (or possibly spreading with hands) each layer with melted butter. Spread about 1/2 mushroom mix on pastry and place seared beef on top; place remaining mix on top of beef and fold dough around. Prepare additional 5-6 layers pastry. Seal all edges by overlapping them with this additional pastry and brush with butter. Place beef on buttered baking pan and bake 40-45' or possibly till pastry is brown and flaky. Madeira Sauce: Stir flour into melted butter and cook 5 mins. Add in beef stock, kitchen bouquet and madeira. Cook till thickened. Serve with slices of tenderloin.