Description
Perfectly seared and oven-roasted beef tenderloin served with a silky Dijon cream sauce an elegant and flavorful main dish ideal for holidays, dinner parties, or any special occasion.
Ingredients
2 to 2.5 lbs beef tenderloin, trimmed
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp salt
1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1 tbsp fresh rosemary or thyme, chopped
2 tbsp butter
For the Dijon Cream Sauce:
1 tbsp butter
1 shallot, finely minced
1/2 cup dry white wine (or beef broth)
1 cup heavy cream
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp whole grain mustard (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Pat the beef tenderloin dry and season generously with salt, pepper, and herbs.
3. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Sear the tenderloin on all sides until golden brown, about 2–3 minutes per side.
5. Add butter and baste the meat briefly as it melts.
6. Transfer skillet to the oven and roast for 20–25 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 130°F (medium-rare).
7. Remove from oven, tent with foil, and rest for 10–15 minutes.
8. While the beef rests, make the sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter and sauté shallots until softened.
9. Add wine and simmer until reduced by half.
10. Whisk in cream and Dijon mustard; cook until thickened, about 3–4 minutes.
11. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
12. Slice tenderloin and serve with warm Dijon cream sauce drizzled over the top.
Notes
For extra richness, stir a splash of cognac or brandy into the sauce before adding cream.
Pair with roasted potatoes, green beans, or asparagus for a balanced meal.
Use a meat thermometer for best doneness — 130°F for medium-rare, 140°F for medium.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 35 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasted and Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: French-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sliced portion with sauce
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
Keywords: beef tenderloin, dijon cream sauce, holiday roast, elegant dinner, easy beef recipe