Ingredients

2 tablespoons fresh rosemary
2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
2 bay leaves
4 cloves garlic
1 large shallot , peeled and quartered
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1 tablespoon coarse salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 beef tenderloin , roasts trimmed
This recipe is a perfect choice for a special occasion or a celebratory meal. Beef tenderloin is one of the most tender and flavorful cuts of beef, and when roasted with a blend of herbs and spices, it makes a show-stopping entrée that will impress your guests. The Herbed and Spiced Roasted Beef Tenderloin is a dish that would shine at any Christmas or Thanksgiving dinner table. The flavors in this dish work together seamlessly and are sure to impress your family and friends.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 450°F.
2.In a food processor, pulse rosemary, thyme, bay leaves, garlic, shallot, orange zest, salt, pepper, nutmeg, cloves, and olive oil until you get a paste.
3.Rub the paste all over the beef tenderloin.
4.Roast for 20-25 minutes for rare, or until desired level of doneness, then remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes.
5.Slice and serve.

PROS

This recipe yields a juicy and flavorful beef tenderloin with a crispy outer crust.
It’s perfect for a special occasion meal or a fancy dinner.

The herbed and spiced paste gives the beef tenderloin a unique, complex flavor.

CONS

Beef tenderloin can be pricey and may not fit everyone’s budget.

It takes a bit longer to prepare compared to other main course options.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Beef is a rich source of protein, iron, and vitamin B12, which helps maintain a healthy nervous system.
The herbs and spices in this recipe have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-bacterial properties. Garlic and shallots are known to boost the immune system.

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