SUNNY'S EASY BEEF TENDERLOIN WITH HOLIDAY PESTO

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Sunny's Easy Beef Tenderloin with Holiday Pesto image

Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h20m

Yield 24 to 30 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 whole beef tenderloin, fat trimmed
Olive oil, for drizzling
2 teaspoons hot Hungarian paprika
2 teaspoons kosher salt
Coarsely ground black pepper
1 cup fresh parsley
1/3 cup pecans
1/4 cup fresh rosemary
1/4 cup fresh sage
1/4 cup fresh mint
2 cloves garlic
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
Olive oil, to loosen
Kosher salt
Assorted water crackers
Crostini

Steps:

  • For the beef: Drizzle the tenderloin all over with olive oil. In a bowl, combine the paprika and salt. Place plenty of black pepper on a plate. Sprinkle the paprika and salt mixture on the beef, then press the beef into the pepper to coat. Wrap tightly and rest at room temperature for 2 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Unwrap the beef and place on a wire rack set on a baking sheet. Roast until the internal temperature is about 120 degrees F, 25 to 35 minutes. Remove and rest at room temperature or refrigerate.
  • For the pesto: In a food processor, combine the parsley, pecans, rosemary, sage, mint, garlic and lemon zest and juice. Pulse while slowly adding enough olive oil until the desired consistency is reached, like a dip. Taste and season with salt. Refrigerate until needed.
  • To serve: Slice the beef and serve warm or at room temperature alongside the pesto, crackers and crostini.

Ahmed Rassam
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I followed the recipe exactly and the beef turned out tough. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Were Jonah
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.


Irfan Meerani
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I'm not a big fan of pesto, but I really enjoyed this dish. The pesto was not overpowering and it complemented the beef perfectly.


Anthony Muhanguzi
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This is a great recipe for beginners. It's easy to follow and the results are delicious.


Md Enon
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I tried this recipe last night and it was a hit! My husband and I both loved the beef and the pesto.


Isjsjs Djdjdod
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The beef is incredibly tender and flavorful.


Mailk Waseem
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The pesto is especially delicious.


Gulman Rana
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This is my go-to recipe for special occasions. It's easy to make and always impresses my guests.


Chandan Kumar Mandal
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I've made this recipe a few times now and it never disappoints! The beef is always tender and juicy, and the pesto is the perfect complement.


Fatjon Mulkurtaj
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This beef tenderloin with holiday pesto is a must-try! The pesto adds a unique and flavorful twist to the classic dish. My family loved it and I'm sure yours will too.