quicker, but of course tender meat is more expensive!
meanwhile, in another pan on medium heat, melt the rest of the butter. add the garlic and cook for about a minute. add the mushrooms and toss to coat them with garlic and butter. sprinkle with salt and pepper. let the mushrooms cook about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they brown and shrink. turn off the heat and taste. add salt and pepper as needed.
check on the beef. if the water has reduced to approximately a cup of thick, flavorful liquid and the beef is tender, it’s done! if not, let it cook a little longer. once it’s ready, stir in the 