How to Cook Beef Tenderloin Roast

Cooking a tenderloin roast in the oven is simple and makes for a delicious meal every time.

A beef tenderloin roast is a tender, juicy cut of meat. Because it is a higher cut of meat and somewhat expensive, many people cook it for special occasions. Cooking a tenderloin roast in the oven is simple and makes for a delicious meal every time. If there happens to be any beef tenderloin roast left on the table, refrigerate it for sandwiches the next day.

Things You'll Need

• Beef tenderloin roast
• Sharp knife
• Pepper
• Garlic powder
• Meat thermometer
• Shallow baking pan
• Aluminum foil

Instructions

1. Look for tenderloin that is firm to the touch and has a lot of marbling.

2. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

3. Allow the roast reach room temperature.

4. Trim any excess fat with a sharp knife.

5. Line the bottom of a shallow baking pan with aluminum foil or lightly oil the baking pan and put the roast in the pan.

6. Rub olive oil all over your roast and sprinkle it with black pepper and garlic.

7. Insert the meat thermometer in the thickest part of the meat but not where there is a lot of fat.

8. Put the roast in a shallow baking pan--don't add water--and put in the oven on the middle rack. Cook the meat about an hour, uncovered.

9. Check the meat thermometer; 145 degrees F is considered medium rare, and 165 degrees F is well done.

10. Take the roast out and wrap it in aluminum foil, making a tent. Let it rest 10 to 15 minutes before you carve it.

Tips & Warnings

• You can tie your tenderloin in 2-inch spaces with kitchen string if you want, but it is not necessary. Tying the roast merely helps it keep its shape.

• Salt can make the tenderloin a little dry by drawing out the meat's juices. Wait to add salt until after the roast has finished cooking.

Resources

• Read this Article in Spanish