Melt In Your Mouth (MIYM) Roast Beef Tenderloin | BEST Recipe! (2024)

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Servings : 10 servings

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Prep Time 1 hour hr

Cook Time 40 minutes mins

Resting Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 2 hours hrs

• ▢ 4 pound trimmed center-cut beef tenderloin
• ▢ ½ tablespoon olive oil
• ▢ 2 teaspoons salt
• ▢ 1½ teaspoons fresh ground black pepper
• ▢ 6 cloves garlic, minced
• ▢ 1 to 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary leaves, chopped
• ▢ Kitchen Twine
• ▢ 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

• Let tenderloin sit at room temperature for 1 hour before cooking. When ready, preheat the oven to 450˚F.

• Pat dry the tenderloin with paper towels. Rub the beef tenderloin with olive oil and generously season with salt and fresh ground black pepper.

• In a small bowl mix together minced garlic and chopped rosemary; rub this mixture all around the tenderloin.

• Place tenderloin over pieces of precut kitchen twine spaced one-inch apart and tie them closed. You can also ask the butcher to tie the tenderloin for you.

• Heat vegetable oil in a 12-inch cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. When oil is hot, add the beef tenderloin and sear for about 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until browned all around.

• Transfer the skillet to the oven and continue to cook for 25 to 30 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 130˚F. Cooking time can vary depending on your oven and the thickness of your tenderloin; always check for desired doneness using a meat thermometer.

• Remove skillet from oven and transfer the meat to a cutting board. Tent a piece of foil over the tenderloin and let rest for 10 to 15 minutes before cutting.

• Cut into ½-inch slices and serve.

• Beef: Choose a high-quality beef tenderloin for the best results. Look for well-marbled meat and ensure it is trimmed properly for even cooking.
• Bring to Room Temperature: Allow the beef tenderloin to come to room temperature before cooking. This ensures more even cooking throughout the meat.
• Seasoning: Season the beef generously with salt and pepper, or use your preferred seasoning blend. You can also add herbs like rosemary or thyme for extra flavor.
• Preheat the Oven: Make sure your oven is preheated to the desired temperature before putting the beef in. This ensures a consistent cooking environment.
• Use a Meat Thermometer: Invest in a reliable meat thermometer to accurately gauge the internal temperature of the beef. This helps you achieve the desired level of doneness (e.g., rare, medium-rare, medium).
• Resting Time: Allow the roast beef tenderloin to rest for about 10-15 minutes after cooking. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a juicier and more tender final product.
• Slicing: When ready to serve, slice the roast beef against the grain into thin, even slices. This ensures maximum tenderness.
• Customizing: Feel free to experiment with additional flavors and ingredients. You can add a crust, such as a herb or a breadcrumb crust, or baste the beef with a flavorful sauce during cooking.
• Store beef tenderloin in an airtight container and keep it in the fridge for 3 to 4 days.

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American, French

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