Million Dollar Beef Tenderloin
This roast beef tenderloin features a savory herb marinade and perfect medium-rare cooking, creating an impressive, flavorful centerpiece ideal for elegant dinners and special occasions.
Equipment
- 1 Roasting pan
- 1 Meat thermometer
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 Basting brush
- 1 aluminum foil for resting meat
Ingredients
- 2 lb beef tenderloin
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme chopped
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup beef broth
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, salt, black pepper, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, chopped thyme, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce to create the marinade.
- Rub the marinade thoroughly over the beef tenderloin and let it marinate at room temperature for at least 30 minutes.
- Place the marinated tenderloin into a roasting pan and pour the beef broth into the pan.
- Roast the tenderloin in the oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 130°F (54°C) for medium-rare.
- Remove the tenderloin from the oven and tent loosely with aluminum foil. Let it rest for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Slice the tenderloin into thick medallions and serve with the pan juices drizzled over.
Notes
- Choose tenderloin with good marbling for enhanced flavor.
- Rest meat after cooking to retain juiciness.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure perfect doneness.