Garlic and Herb Beef Tenderloin

Bob Whitley
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Updated: 7/30/2020

A pesto-like fresh herb rub for beef brings a burst of flavor to the holiday table.

If you can't find fresh marjoram and oregano, substitute fresh parsley and add a pinch each of dried marjoram and oregano.

40 min Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min
Serves: 12 Save

Ingredients (10)

  • 1 cup packed fresh basil leaves
  • 3 tablespoon fresh rosemary
  • 3 tablespoon fresh marjoram
  • 2 tablespoon fresh oregano
  • 6 garlic cloves
  • 3 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 4 1/2 pound beef tenderloin, trimmed and tied
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Directions

  1. Combine basil and next 6 ingredients (basil through pepper) in the bowl of a food processor or blender. With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in oil and process until herbs and garlic are very finely chopped. Rub herb mixture over beef and refrigerate at least 4 hours and up to 24 hours.
  2. Preheat oven to 425F. Coat a rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray.
  3. Transfer beef to baking sheet. Sprinkle with salt. Bake about 40 minutes, or until a thermometer inserted into the center registers 135F for medium-rare. Remove from oven and let stand 10 minutes before slicing.