1 pound thin sliced applewood smoked bacon
One 4-pound beef tenderloin
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon freshly cracked black pepper
Canola oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 large shallot, minced
1/4 cup drained green peppercorns in brine
1/2 cup whiskey, such as Jack Daniel's
1 cup low-sodium beef stock
1/2 cup heavy cream
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, chilled and cut into pieces
Kosher salt
Serving suggestion: cabernet sauvignon