Description
Succulent Million Dollar Roast Beef Tenderloin promises a luxurious dining experience with its perfectly seasoned, tender meat. Elegant presentation and rich flavors make this dish a showstopper that will impress guests and elevate your culinary skills.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 2 lb (907 grams) beef tenderloin, trimmed
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Cooking Oils:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by lining a baking sheet with aluminum foil and heating to a high temperature of 450°F (230°C), creating an ideal roasting setting.
- Craft a flavorful exterior for the beef tenderloin by generously massaging it with aromatic olive oil, crushed garlic, fragrant rosemary, delicate thyme, precision-measured salt, and freshly cracked pepper, then enhance with a bold Dijon mustard glaze.
- Activate deep flavor profiles by searing the tenderloin in a scorching skillet over medium-high heat, developing a rich caramelized crust by browning each side for approximately 2-3 minutes, which locks in moisture and intensifies taste.
- Transfer the expertly seared tenderloin to the prepared baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven, monitoring internal temperature carefully to achieve a perfect medium-rare doneness of 130°F (54°C), typically requiring 20-25 minutes of cooking time.
- Allow the meat to rest peacefully for 10 minutes, enabling internal juices to redistribute and ensuring maximum tenderness and succulence.
- Transform the skillet remnants into a luxurious sauce by deglazing with robust beef broth and complex red wine, scraping up concentrated flavor fragments from the pan’s surface.
- Elevate the sauce’s consistency by whisking a butter and flour mixture, creating a silky, rich accompaniment that complements the tenderloin’s natural richness.
- Slice the rested tenderloin into elegant medallions, generously drizzle with the deeply flavored sauce, and present a restaurant-quality dish ready to impress discerning palates.
Notes
- Achieve perfect tenderness by letting the beef rest at room temperature for 30-45 minutes before cooking, ensuring even heat distribution.
- Invest in a meat thermometer for precise doneness, as internal temperature determines the meat’s texture and flavor profile.
- Customize the herb blend by experimenting with fresh or dried herbs like sage, oregano, or marjoram to create unique flavor variations.
- Accommodate dietary restrictions by using gluten-free flour or cornstarch as a sauce thickener for those with gluten sensitivities.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 298
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 252 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg