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Best Beef Tenderloin
A whole tenderloin roasted for a special dinner.
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Serves 8-10
- 6-7 lb beef tenderloin, trimmed
- 3 Tbsp olive oil
- 1½ tsp onion powder
- 1½ Tbsp ground kosher salt
- ¾ tsp cumin
- 1½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- ¾ tsp nutmeg
- 1 tsp ground red pepper
How to make it
- Rub the tenderloin with the olive oil, then with the combined seasonings.
- Refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Let the meat sit out 20 minutes before cooking.
- Grill over medium heat 10 to 15 minutes on each of three sides.
- Wrap tightly in foil and rest 15 to 20 minutes before slicing.
- Good hot or cold — serve with Béarnaise Sauce (see its own card).