Description
Indulge in the elegance of a Beef Tenderloin Roast with Herbed Garlic Butter, a dish that promises to impress at any festive gathering. This succulent roast features a tender cut of beef infused with a rich herbed garlic butter, creating a mouthwatering centerpiece that’s perfect for special occasions like Christmas or family celebrations. With its straightforward preparation and quick cooking time, even novice cooks can achieve gourmet results. Serve it alongside your favorite sides for an unforgettable meal that will have your guests coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 center-cut beef tenderloin roast (4 to 4 ½ pounds)
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 6 tablespoons softened butter
- 6 minced garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
Instructions
- Bring the beef tenderloin to room temperature (1-2 hours).
- Mix softened butter, minced garlic, rosemary, and thyme in a bowl; set aside.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat the beef dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a cast-iron pan, heat avocado oil over medium-high heat and brown the tenderloin on all sides (about 10 minutes).
- Spread herb butter over the browned tenderloin and transfer to the oven. Roast for 15-20 minutes based on desired doneness.
- Let rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing into thick pieces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 5 oz or 140g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg