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Herb Garlic Butter Beef Tenderloin Recipe

Herb Garlic Butter Beef Tenderloin

Indulge in this Herb Garlic Butter Beef Tenderloin Recipe for a restaurant-quality meal at home.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

  • 4 to 4 ½ pounds center-cut beef tenderloin roast trimmed and tied
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 6 tablespoons softened butter
  • 6 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary leaves finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves finely chopped

Equipment

  • cast-iron pan
  • probe thermometer
  • Mixing Bowl
  • butcher's twine

Method
 

  1. Remove the beef tenderloin from the fridge and let it come to room temperature for 1 to 2 hours.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the softened butter, minced garlic, finely chopped rosemary, and thyme. Set aside.
  3. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Slice the beef tenderloin in half lengthwise if needed, then trim and tie it with butcher’s twine if necessary.
  4. Pat dry any excess moisture from the beef tenderloin and season both sides with kosher salt and black pepper.
  5. Heat avocado oil in a large cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, add the tenderloin and sear for about 10 minutes total, turning to brown all sides.
  6. Spread the garlic herb butter mixture over the top side of the beef tenderloin. Insert a probe thermometer if available. Transfer the pan to the oven and roast for 15 to 20 minutes depending on preferred doneness.
  7. Remove the roast from the oven and transfer to a cutting board. Let it rest for 10 to 15 minutes.
  8. Remove the twine, slice the roast into 1-inch thick pieces, and serve. Optionally, accompany with horseradish sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 35gFat: 30g

Notes

Feel free to customize with additional spices or substitute butter with olive oil for a lighter option. Allowing the roast to rest is crucial for juiciness.

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