Description
Learn to cook the perfect Beef Tenderloin Roast with this elegant and simple recipe. Known for its unbeatable tenderness and rich flavor, this roast is ideal for any special occasion or an impressive weeknight dinner. With easy-to-follow steps and expert tips, you will achieve a juicy, melt-in-your-mouth roast that highlights the natural flavors of the beef, enhanced by garlic, fresh herbs, and butter.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- Beef Tenderloin Roast (about 3-4 pounds), fresh and trimmed for even cooking
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2–3 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 2–3 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- Bring the Roast to Room Temperature: Remove your Beef Tenderloin Roast from the refrigerator about an hour before cooking to ensure even roasting and better searing.
- Season Generously: Pat the roast dry with paper towels, then rub it all over with olive oil, salt, pepper, minced garlic, and fresh herbs for deep, balanced seasoning.
- Preheat Your Oven and Sear: Heat a heavy oven-safe skillet or roasting pan on medium-high heat and sear the roast on all sides until it develops a golden-brown crust, locking in juices.
- Roast in the Oven: Transfer the pan to your preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) and roast until the internal temperature reaches your preferred doneness—about 20-25 minutes for medium-rare (130-135°F or 54-57°C internal temperature).
- Rest Before Serving: Let the roast rest on a cutting board, loosely tented with foil, for at least 15 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute so each slice is moist and tender.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking or undercooking.
- Trim excess fat and silver skin for even cooking and improved texture.
- Don’t skip resting the meat to retain its juiciness.
- Baste with melted butter and herbs during roasting for extra flavor.
- Slice the roast against the grain to maximize tenderness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus 1 hour to bring roast to room temperature)
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 4 ounces)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
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