Our step-by-step guide will help you score perfectly cooked beef tenderloin thats flavorful and moist each and every time.
Serving a beef tenderloin roast will turn any occasion into a true celebration.
Try it both ways, then decide which you like best.
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Roast in a hot oven (500F) for a short time before finishing it low and slow.
Knowing how long to cook and the right beef tenderloin temperature is key to any tenderloin recipe.
Timings are based on meat removed directly from the refrigerator.
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For a 212-pound beef tenderloin, roast the meat, uncovered, 20 minutes at 250F.
Then, turn up the heat to 425F.
Keep in mind that cooking times vary slightly depending on your oven.
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Check the beef tenderloin temperature with ameat thermometerto confirm it’s cooked the way you like.
Insert an oven-going meat thermometer into the thickest part of the roast.
A much quicker cooking time.
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Plan on four servings per pound to determine how much tenderloin to purchase.
And it doesnt always have to be a special occasion.
Enjoy agrilled beef tenderloinwith chimichurri for a delicious dinner that only takes an hour.
Or turn yoursalad into a mealwith tender cuts of beef tenderloin steak.
No matter which method of cooking tenderloin you choose, it’s bound to be a delicious meal.
