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Perfect Roasted Beef Tenderloin for Holiday Dinners

Close-up of a perfectly roasted beef tenderloin, sliced to show medium-rare pink center and rosemary crust.
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Roast a whole beef tenderloin to buttery, tender perfection for your next special occasion or holiday party.

Ingredients

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  • 3 lb beef tenderloin roast, trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions

  1. Remove the beef tenderloin from the refrigerator 2 hours before cooking to allow it to come to room temperature. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the kosher salt, black pepper, dried thyme, dried rosemary, and minced garlic.
  3. Rub the entire surface of the beef tenderloin evenly with the olive oil.
  4. Sprinkle the herb and spice mixture over the oiled tenderloin, pressing gently so the seasoning adheres.
  5. Place the seasoned tenderloin, fat side up, on a rack set inside a roasting pan.
  6. Roast at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 minutes.
  7. Reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Continue roasting until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 130 degrees Fahrenheit for medium-rare (about 30 to 40 minutes more, depending on size).
  8. Remove the roast from the oven. Tent it loosely with aluminum foil. Let the beef rest for 15 minutes before slicing. The internal temperature will rise a few degrees during resting.
  9. Slice the tenderloin into 1-inch thick portions and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a foolproof roast, use a meat thermometer; do not rely only on cooking time.
  • If you prefer a more intense crust, sear the tenderloin in a hot, oven-safe skillet on all sides before placing it in the oven.
  • Use fresh herbs if available for the best flavor.

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