Garlic Herb-Crusted Beef Tenderloin

Ingredients

• 4-5 pound beef tenderloin, trimmed

• 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

• 3-5 cloves garlic, minced

• 1/4 cup fresh rosemary leaves

• 1/4 cup fresh sage leaves

• 1/4 cup flat-leaf Italian parsley leaves

• 3 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves

• 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt

• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

• Olive oil (optional, for roasting pan)

Instructions

1. Prepare oven and roast: Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C). Use a heavy roasting pan or line a sheet pan with foil.

2. Make herb garlic butter: In a food processor or by hand, combine softened butter, minced garlic, rosemary, sage, parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper until creamy and well mixed.

3. Coat tenderloin: Pat the beef dry and evenly spread the herb garlic butter over the entire surface of the tenderloin.

4. Roast: Place the tenderloin on the top rack of the oven. Roast until the internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C) for medium rare, about 40–45 minutes (depending on size).

5. Rest and serve: Remove the roast from the oven, loosely cover with foil, and rest for 15 minutes before slicing.

Tips

• Use a meat thermometer for accurate doneness.

• The herb butter crust adds a flavorful, moist layer that keeps the beef tender.

• Serve with roasted vegetables or a simple pan sauce if desired.