A Holiday Story to Set the Table

Every holiday season, there’s that one moment when the house finally settles — the lights are glowing, music hums softly in the background, and friends and family drift toward the kitchen, following the irresistible aroma of something special roasting in the oven.

This Holiday Herb-Butter Beef Tenderloin creates exactly that kind of magic. It’s the dish that makes someone pause mid-conversation to ask, “Oh wow… what is that amazing smell?”

Elegant but comforting, rich but effortless, it brings people closer — around the table, around the story-sharing, and around the kind of warmth the holidays were made for. Whether you’re hosting a full house or creating an intimate celebration, this tenderloin becomes the centerpiece — a new tradition in the making.

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🛒 Ingredients (Serves 6–8)

For the Tenderloin

• 1 whole beef tenderloin (3.5–4 lbs), trimmed
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp kosher salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder

Herb-Butter Topping

• 6 tbsp softened butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
• 1 tbsp parsley, chopped
• 1 tsp lemon zest

Roasted Garlic & Winter Vegetables

• 1 lb baby potatoes, halved
• 1 lb carrots, peeled and sliced
• 1 bunch Brussels sprouts, halved
• 2 whole garlic bulbs (tops sliced off)
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• Salt & pepper to taste

🔥 Instructions

1️⃣ Prep the Tenderloin

1. Pat the beef dry with paper towels.
2. Rub with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
3. Tuck the thin end under so it cooks evenly; tie with kitchen twine if needed.

2️⃣ Make the Herb Butter

1. Combine butter, garlic, rosemary, thyme, parsley, and lemon zest.
2. Spread half over the tenderloin. Reserve the rest for serving.

3️⃣ Prepare the Vegetables

1. Toss potatoes, carrots, Brussels sprouts, and whole garlic bulbs with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
2. Spread them evenly on a large sheet pan.

4️⃣ Roast Everything

1. Preheat oven to 450°F.
2. Place the tenderloin on top of the vegetables.
3. Roast for 25–30 minutes, or until internal temp reaches:
   • 125°F rare
   • 130–135°F medium rare (best)
4. Let rest 10–15 minutes before slicing.

5️⃣ Serve

• Squeeze roasted garlic over the sliced tenderloin.
• Finish with the remaining herb butter.
• Drizzle pan juices over the top and serve with the vegetables.

Holiday Serving Tips

• Garnish with rosemary sprigs for a festive look.
• Serve with mashed potatoes, green beans, or a winter salad.
• Leftovers make amazing holiday sliders.

Recipe adapted from ‘Best Beef Tenderloin with Garlic Herb Butter,’ Carlsbad Cravings