Description
Indulge in a luxurious Herb Butter Beef Tenderloin that is perfect for special occasions or holiday dinners. This tender roast is coated in a fragrant herb butter, giving it incredible flavor and juiciness. Serve up thick slices of this show-stopping dish and watch it disappear in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Tenderloin:
- 1 whole beef tenderloin (about 4–5 pounds)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Herb Butter:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Heat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare the Beef: Trim the beef tenderloin, tuck the thin end under, and tie with kitchen twine. Rub with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Sear the Beef: Sear the beef in a skillet. Mix softened butter with garlic and herbs. Spread half over the beef.
- Roast in the Oven: Roast until desired doneness. Rest the beef, then spread the remaining herb butter before slicing.
- Slice and Serve: Slice the beef into medallions and serve warm.
Notes
- A meat thermometer is recommended for perfect doneness.
- Leftovers can be used for delicious steak sandwiches.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 6 ounces)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
