A Simple Beef Tenderloin Recipe That Makes Holiday Entertaining Easy
You know those holiday recipes that you look forward to all year long? In our family, that is exactly what this easy holiday beef tenderloin recipe is. Now that the lights have been hung, the tree has been decorated, and holiday shopping has commenced, it is time to move onto our holiday dinner plans. Planning and hosting a holiday dinner can be overwhelming, but don’t get your tinsel in a tangle! This easy holiday beef tenderloin recipe is a follower favorite that’s quick, delicious, and most importantly so incredibly easy.
With just four ingredients this show stopping holiday dish offers minimal prep, maximum flavor, and is ready to enjoy in under an hour. I love that this crowd pleasing holiday entrée is as effortless as it is elegant! I like to serve it alongside creamy mashed potatoes and roasted veggies for the perfect holiday dinner. Another bonus? The minimal steps and ingredients allow for less time in the kitchen and more time celebrating the season with loved ones! This foolproof recipe is always a flavor packed hit amongst every crowd. So, pour yourself a festive cocktail, turn on your favorite holiday tunes, and get ready to impress your guests with a dish that is as simple as it is spectacular. Pssst… this will be a repeat recipe, make sure to keep this seasoning on hand!
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Holiday Beef Tenderloin
Ingredients
- 3 lbs beef tenderloin roast
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- ⅓ cup Greek seasoning
- ⅓ cup coarse ground black pepper
Instructions
- Heat oven to 425° F. In a small bowl combine Greek seasoning and black pepper. Slightly rub the roast with olive oil. Roll roast in seasoning mixture to cover all surfaces.
- Place roast on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Insert an ovenproof meat thermometer so the tip is centered in the thickest part of the beef. Do not add water or cover.
- Roast in the oven for 35-45 minutes or until desired internal temperature is reached. Remove from the oven. Transfer roast to carving board; tent loosely with aluminum foil. Allow the roast to rest for 15-20 minutes. Slice and serve.
Notes
- Make sure the roast is completely covered in the seasoning mixture. I flip the roast a few times to ensure all surface area is covered.
- I keep this Greek seasoning in my pantry at all times… a true kitchen staple and so good!
- This recipe is great as an entree, fabulous as an appetizer, and so good IF there are any leftovers. I love making a tenderloin sandwich with leftovers.
