Beef Tenderloin - With fruit

1 1/2 lbs large shallots , halved lengthwise, peeled (about 24) 3 tablespoons olive oil 6 cups canned beef broth 1 1/2 cups tawny port 1 tablespoon tomato[...]

3/4 lb shallot , halved lengthwise and peeled 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil salt and pepper 3 cups beef broth 3/4 cup port wine 1 1/2 teaspoons tomato paste 2[...]

2 lbs beef tenderloin fillets 2 teaspoons dried thyme , crushed 3 garlic cloves , minced 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 cup chopped onion 1 cup[...]