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Easy Weeknight Tenderloin

Makes about 6 servings

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Easy Weeknight Tenderloin

Makes about 6 servings

For a last-minute special occasion, this delicious cut of meat
can easily be prepared in only 30 minutes. Perfect with the
Horseradish Sauce (page 28).

Nutritional information per serving:Calories 193 (46% from fat)
carb. 0g
sugars. 0g
pro. 25g
fat 10g
sat. fat 3g
chol. 75mg
sod. 445mg
calc. 32mg
fiber 0g
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Ingredients

  • 1½pounds beef tenderloin
  • 1teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2teaspoons olive oil, divided

Preparation

  1. 1.
    Sprinkle the tenderloin with the salt and the pepper, rub all over with 1 teaspoon of the olive oil and let sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes.
  2. 2.
    Preheat oven or toaster oven to 400°F.
  3. 3.
    While oven is preheating, put the remaining teaspoon of oil into a large skillet and place over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, place the tenderloin in the pan and sear until brown on all four sides, about 3 to 4 minutes per side. When browned, put tenderloin into the preheated toaster oven and roast for about 20 to 25 minutes, until an instant-read thermometer reads 125°F, for medium rare.
  4. 4.
    Allow tenderloin to rest for at least 10 minutes. Using the knife attachment, slice on Speed 5.

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