Green Peppercorn Steak - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 Tbsp. green peppercorns (poivre vert), rinsed and drained
1 Tbsp. soft butter or margarine
1 tsp. Dijon style mustard
4 fillets or other tender steaks (1 1/2 to 2 lb.), cut about 1-inch thick
1 Tbsp. peanut oil or butter
2 Tbsp. brandy
salt
1 shallot, finely chopped or 2 Tbsp. finely chopped onion
1 tsp. tomato paste
1/2 c. whipping cream
1/4 c. dry white wine

Preparation

Tips:
Look for green peppercorns in cans or jars in stores featuring imported French food specialities.
They are the immature peppers that ripen into black peppers, preserved in brine while soft textured.