Garlic Herb Beef Tenderloin
A show-stopping centerpiece, this beef tenderloin is seasoned simply, seared for flavor, and roasted to tender perfection. Paired with a citrusy horseradish cream, it delivers a rich, elegant bite that’s equally at home on holiday tables or special Sunday dinners. Slice, serve, and savor every buttery moment.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- rest time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 8–10 1x
Ingredients
For the Beef:
4–5 lb beef tenderloin, trimmed and tied
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Herb Butter:
5 tbsp butter, softened
5 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
Orange-Infused Horseradish Sauce:
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup prepared white horseradish, drained
1 tbsp orange zest
1/2 tbsp fresh orange juice
1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Prep Tenderloin: Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C). Pat beef dry and season generously with salt and pepper. Let it sit at room temp for 30 minutes.
Make Herb Butter: In a small bowl, mix softened butter, garlic, rosemary, and thyme.
Sear + Roast: Heat a skillet over high heat and sear tenderloin on all sides. Transfer to a roasting pan, slather with herb butter, and roast for 25–30 minutes or until internal temp reaches 130°F for medium-rare.
Rest + Slice: Remove from oven, tent with foil, and let rest 15 minutes before slicing.
Mix Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients. Chill until ready to serve.
Nutrition
- Calories: 380
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 26g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
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