Perfectly Roasted Beef Tenderloin with Garlic Herb Butter

Ingredients

• 2-3 lbs (900-1350g) beef tenderloin, trimmed
• 2 tbsp (30ml) olive oil
• 2 tsp (10g) salt
• 1 tsp (5g) black pepper
• 3-4 sprigs of fresh rosemary, chopped
• 3-4 sprigs of fresh thyme, chopped
• 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp (15ml) fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tsp (5ml) lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

2. 2

   Trim excess fat from the beef tenderloin. Season with olive oil, salt, pepper, rosemary, and thyme.

3. 3

   In a hot skillet, sear the tenderloin on all sides until browned, about 2-3 minutes each side.

4. 4

   In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, lemon juice, and season to taste.

5. 5

   Place the seared tenderloin in a roasting pan and insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part. Roast until internal temperature reaches 130°F (54°C) for medium-rare, about 40-50 minutes.

6. 6

   Remove the tenderloin from the oven and allow it to rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing.

7. 7

   Slice the beef and serve, topped with dollops of the garlic herb butter.