Herb-Crusted Beef Tenderloin with Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Impress your guests with this show-stopping Herb-Crusted Beef Tenderloin, the ultimate centerpiece for a special occasion or holiday meal. A whole beef tenderloin is coated in a vibrant mixture of fresh parsley, rosemary, thyme, and garlic, then roasted to a perfect medium-rare with a flavorful, aromatic crust. Served alongside ultra-creamy mashed potatoes infused with the deep, mellow sweetness of roasted garlic, this dish represents classic culinary excellence. The tenderloin is succulent and melt-in-your-mouth tender, while the potatoes provide the perfect comforting counterpoint. Paired with a simple pan sauce made from the roasting juices, this recipe delivers a restaurant-quality dining experience at home.
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Instructions
- 1Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Let beef tenderloin sit at room temperature for 1 hour. Pat dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
- 2In a food processor, combine parsley, rosemary, thyme, 6 garlic cloves, Dijon mustard, and olive oil. Pulse until a coarse paste forms.
- 3Rub the herb paste all over the tenderloin. Place on a rack in a roasting pan. Insert a meat thermometer.
- 4Roast until internal temperature reaches 130°F (54°C) for medium-rare, about 30-45 minutes. Remove, tent with foil, and rest for 15 minutes.
- 5Meanwhile, boil potatoes until tender. Drain and mash with roasted garlic cloves, butter, and warm milk. Season with salt and pepper.
- 6Slice the tenderloin and serve with mashed potatoes and any accumulated juices from the resting meat.
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RECIPE BY
Leckere Rezepte
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