Beef Tenderloin Steaks With Creole Spice Rub

Ingredients

• 4 (4 ounce) beef tenderloin steaks, trimmed (1 inch thick)
• Creole Spice Rub
• 1 tsp dry mustard
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp sage
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 3⁄4 tsp salt
• 1⁄2 tsp cumin
• 1⁄2 tsp ground red pepper
• 1⁄2 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1. Combine rub ingredients. Rub evenly over steaks.
2. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add steaks to pan; cook 4 minutes on each or until desired degree of doneness. Remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes.
3. Cook to at least 145°F (63°C); for whole cuts of beef or pork, rest for 3 minutes before serving.