1 beef tenderloin (5 pounds)
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons sea salt
1-1/2 teaspoons coarsely ground pepper
1Preheat oven to 425°. Place roast on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. In a small bowl, mix the oil, garlic, salt and pepper; rub over roast.
2Roast until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°), 45 to 65 minutes. Remove from oven; tent with foil. Let stand 15 minutes before slicing.
Total Time
Prep: 10 Min. Bake: 45 Min. + Standing
This five-ingredient beef tenderloin roast is an elegant yet simple dish perfect for holiday gatherings or special family dinners. Add in your favorite herbs and spices to customize the flavor.
Nutrition Facts
5 ounces cooked beef: 294 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 82mg cholesterol, 394mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 40g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 1/2 fat.