Beef Tenderloin Recipe: Oven-Roasted Juicy Main Course with Garlic Herb Butter
This Beef Tenderloin Recipe gives you a tender, juicy roast beef coated in rich garlic herb butter—perfect for a special dinner. It's moist, flavorful, and surprisingly balanced in nutrition.
Ingredients
- 3-4 lb beef tenderloin trimmed and tied
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter room temperature
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper freshly ground
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- Pinch crushed red pepper flakes optional
- 1 sprig rosemary or thyme for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and position a rack in the center.
- Mix butter, garlic, rosemary, thyme, Dijon mustard, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper in a bowl until smooth.
- Pat dry the tenderloin, rub with olive oil, coat with garlic herb butter, and sear in a hot skillet.
- Transfer tenderloin to oven, roast until internal temperature reaches 125°F, then rest for 15 minutes.
- Slice the beef, sprinkle with sea salt flakes, garnish, and serve warm.
Notes
Resting the meat after cooking is crucial for juicy slices. You can also add variations like a Dijon & Panko Crust or a Red Wine Reduction for extra flavor. Leftovers can be stored and reheated.
Nutrition
Calories: 450kcal
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