Description
A luxurious and flavorful Million Dollar Roast Beef Tenderloin featuring a perfectly seared crust and roasted to tender, juicy perfection. This impressive recipe combines tenderloin beef with a rich garlic herb butter, horseradish, and rosemary for a melt-in-your-mouth experience ideal for special occasions or a gourmet dinner.
Ingredients
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Beef Tenderloin
- 4 to 5 lb. beef tenderloin (trimmed, cut in two pieces and tied)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
Garlic Herb Butter
- 4 tbsp butter (salted, softened)
- 2 tsp garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp horseradish (prepared or Dijon mustard)
- 1 tsp rosemary (minced or thyme)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) to prepare for roasting the tenderloin after searing.
- Season the Tenderloin: Evenly season the beef tenderloin pieces with salt and black pepper, ensuring full coverage for flavor.
- Sear the Tenderloin: Heat avocado oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the tenderloin on all sides until a deep golden-brown crust forms, about 2-3 minutes per side. This seals in juices and adds rich flavor.
- Prepare Garlic Herb Butter: In a small bowl, mix softened butter, minced garlic, horseradish or Dijon mustard, and minced rosemary or thyme until well combined.
- Apply Butter and Roast: Spread the garlic herb butter mixture generously over the seared tenderloin pieces. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for approximately 35-40 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 130-135°F (54-57°C) for medium-rare doneness.
- Rest the Meat: Remove the roast from the oven and tent loosely with foil. Let it rest for 15-20 minutes to allow juices to redistribute, ensuring a tender and juicy cut.
- Slice and Serve: After resting, slice the roast beef tenderloin into thick medallions and serve immediately for an impressive and delicious meal.
Notes
- This cut of beef tenderloin is seared first to develop a flavorful crust, then slowly roasted to maintain juiciness and tenderness.
- Using avocado oil for searing helps achieve a high smoke point and clean flavor.
- Resting the meat after roasting is essential to keep it moist and flavorful.
- Horseradish adds a subtle heat that complements the richness of the beef and butter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 564 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 364 mg
- Fat: 47 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 27 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 33 g
- Cholesterol: 139 mg
