Beef tenderloin is a luxurious cut of meat that requires just a few key ingredients for a perfect roast: a whole beef tenderloin (aim for the chateaubriand – a fancy name for the fatter end of the loin), salt, freshly ground black pepper, avocado oil for searing, and unsalted butter mixed with garlic and herbs for added flavor.

To prepare, it’s best to let the tenderloin come to room temperature. When roasting, keep an eye on the temperature until it reaches your desired doneness, and then let it rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing to ensure juicy perfection!

Beef Tenderloin

Yields 8-10 servings

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Ingredients:

• 4-5 pounds whole beef tenderloin, trimmed and tied
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• Coarse salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• A few springs of rosemary, thyme (optional)

Instructions:

• Let the loin rest on the counter for 1-2 hours, uncovered.
• Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
• Rub the meat all over with olive oil and then generously with salt and pepper, to taste.
• Spread herb sprigs in center of roasting pan or baking sheet and place loin directly on top.
• Roast the loin for 15 minutes, then — without opening the oven door — turn the heat down to 325 degrees.
• Wait 20 minutes and then check temperature. Check for desired doneness every 5-10 minutes.
• Once at desired temperature, let rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing.

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