Ingredients

  • 1 refrigerated pie crust
  • 2 (8 ounce) filet mignon (needed for tenderness in a short period time. Can use other cuts if you'r ok with chewing)
  • salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, minced
  • 8 ounces small mushrooms, halved
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 cup dry red wine
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1/2 teaspoon minced fresh thyme
  • 2 cups frozen peas and carrots, thawed

Method

  • Preheat oven according to pie crust directions.
  • Season filets with salt and pepper.
  • Heat 1 Tablespoon oil in 12 inch skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Brown steaks on both sides, leaving centers rare, about 4 minutes total.
  • Transfer to plate, let cool, then cut into 1/2 inch cubes.
  • Add remaining tablespoon oil, onion, mushrooms, and 1/2 teaspoon salt to skillet.
  • Return to medium heat and cook until onion is softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in flour and garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until flour is well blended (about 1 minute).
  • Stir in wine and cook until evaporated, about 30 seconds.
  • Slowly whisk in broth, tomato paste, and thyme. Bring to a simmer.
  • Cover and cook over medium-low heat until thickened, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • While sauce is simmering, unfold pie crust dough and place onto a nonstick baking sheet. Bake according to package directions.
  • Stir peas and carrots and beef with juices into skillet.
  • Continue to simmer until heated through, about 2 minutes.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • When pie crust is done, carefully slide onto skillet and serve.