Roast Beef Tenderloin 3 Ways
Here are three different ways to cook Beef Tenderloin. Remember to let your roast rest for a bit after removing from the oven because it will continue to cook.
Classic
1 Two to Six Pound Beef Tenderloin
4 Tablespoons Olive Oil
1 Tablespoon Minced Garlic
3 Tablespoons Rosemary
2 Tablespoons Thyme
2 Tablespoons Kosher Salt
2 Tablespoons Freshly Ground Pepper
Preheat your oven to 350° F. With 2 tablespoons olive oil lightly oil a roasting pan. Position the oven rack on center rack. In a small-size bowl combine 2 tablespoons of olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, kosher salt, and pepper. Rub the spice mixture over the entire surface of tenderloin. Place into roasting pan and place into oven. Cook for about 35 to 55 minutes depending on target temperature. Remove from oven and let rest 15 minutes before serving. Serves 2 to 6 depending on size of tenderloin.
Smoked Paprika
1 Two to Six Pound Beef Tenderloin
5 Tablespoons Olive Oil
3 Tablespoons Smoked Paprika
1 Teaspoon Oregano
Zest of 1 Lemon
Juice of 1 Lemon
1 Teaspoon Kosher Salt
1 Teaspoon Freshly Ground Pepper
Preheat your oven to 350° F. With 2 tablespoons olive oil lightly oil a roasting pan. Position the oven rack on center rack. In a small-size bowl combine 3 tablespoons of olive oil, smoked paprika, oregano, zest & juice of lemon, kosher salt, and pepper. Rub the spice mixture over the entire surface of tenderloin. Place into roasting pan and place into oven. Cook for about 35 to 55 minutes depending on target temperature. Remove from oven and let rest 15 minutes before serving. Serves 2 to 6 depending on size of tenderloin.
Cajun Style
1 Two to Six Pound Beef Tenderloin
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
3 Tablespoons Cajun Seasoning
1/2 Teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
1 Teaspoon Kosher Salt
1 Teaspoon Freshly Ground Pepper
Preheat your oven to 350° F. With 2 tablespoons olive oil lightly oil a roasting pan. Position the oven rack on center rack. In a small-size bowl combine Cajun seasoning, cayenne pepper, kosher salt, and pepper. Rub the spice mixture over the entire surface of tenderloin. Place into roasting pan and place into oven. Cook for about 35 to 55 minutes depending on target temperature. Remove from oven and let rest 15 minutes before serving. Serves 2 to 6 depending on size of tenderloin.
