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Quick Christmas Stuffed Beef Tenderloin

Quick Christmas Stuffed Beef Tenderloin: The Juiciest Holiday Hit

Enjoy the Quick Christmas Stuffed Beef Tenderloin, a festive and easy-to-make centerpiece for your holiday feast.
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Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Beef Tenderloin, Christmas, festive cooking, Holiday Recipes, Stuffed Beef
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Resting Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours
Servings: 6 slices
Calories: 350kcal

Equipment

  • Roasting pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Kitchen twine
  • meat thermometer

Ingredients

For the Tenderloin

  • 1 whole Beef Tenderloin High-quality for best flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Kosher preferred for even seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Freshly cracked for flavor

For the Stuffing

  • 2 cups Breadcrumbs Gluten-free option available
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced for flavor
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped; shallots can be substituted
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Unsalted for richer flavor
  • 1 cup Parsley Chopped for freshness

Optional Add-Ins

  • 1 cup Cheese Grated Parmesan or mozzarella
  • 1 cup Vegetables Sautéed spinach or mushrooms

Instructions

Cooking Steps

  • Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) for a beautifully roasted tenderloin.
  • Prepare Stuffing: In a mixing bowl, combine breadcrumbs, minced garlic, chopped onion, melted butter, and chopped parsley.
  • Prep Tenderloin: Carefully slice the beef tenderloin lengthwise into a pinwheel shape, taking care not to cut all the way through, then gently unroll it.
  • Stuff Tenderloin: Spread the prepared stuffing mixture evenly over the opened tenderloin.
  • Secure Roll: Roll the tenderloin tightly and tie with kitchen twine at 1-inch intervals.
  • Season: Generously season the outer surface with salt and pepper.
  • Roasting: Place the stuffed tenderloin in a roasting pan and roast for 50-70 minutes, aiming for 145°F for medium-rare.
  • Resting Period: Remove from oven, cover with foil, and let rest for 15-20 minutes before slicing.

Notes

For best results, use quality beef and pay attention to cooking times for desired doneness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 400IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 3mg