Description
A succulent stuffed beef tenderloin that elevates your holiday dinner with rich flavors and stunning presentation.
Ingredients
- Beef Tenderloin (about 2 to 3 pounds)
- Spinach (2 cups, fresh)
- Mushrooms (1 cup, finely chopped)
- Garlic (4 cloves, minced)
- Cream Cheese (8 oz, softened)
- Parmesan Cheese (1/2 cup, grated)
- Olive Oil (2 tablespoons)
- Salt and Pepper (to taste)
- Thyme (1 tablespoon, fresh or 1 teaspoon dried)
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef Tenderloin: Trim any excess fat and create a pocket by slicing down the length of the tenderloin.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic for 1 minute. Add chopped mushrooms, cooking until golden, then toss in the spinach until wilted.
- Make the Stuffing: Combine the sautéed mixture with cream cheese and Parmesan, seasoning with salt, pepper, and thyme. Mix well.
- Fill the Tenderloin: Stuff the tenderloin pocket with the mixture and secure it closed with kitchen twine.
- Sear the Meat: In a large skillet, heat olive oil and sear the stuffed tenderloin on all sides for 2-3 minutes.
- Roast to Perfection: Transfer to a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) and roast for 25-30 minutes until desired doneness.
- Rest and Serve: Let the beef rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing to allow juices to redistribute.
Notes
Swap spinach for kale or cream cheese for ricotta if desired. Serve with roasted vegetables or a rich sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Christmas recipe, beef tenderloin, holiday dinner, stuffed beef
