Pepper-Crusted Beef Tenderloin Recipe

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A coffee-enhanced rub lends robust flavor to juicy beef tenderloin. I often prepare this recipe for my family around the holidays instead of the traditional turkey or ham. The rich mashed potato stuffing adds an extra-special touch.—Rebecca Anderson, Austin, Texas

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Pepper-Crusted Beef Tenderloin Recipe

Prep: 30 min. + marinating Bake: 40 min. + standing

Yield: 8 Servings

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Ingredients

1 cup plus 2 tablespoons dry red wine or beef broth, divided
1 beef tenderloin roast (2 pounds)
1 large potato, quartered
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons milk
4 tablespoons butter, divided
2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 tablespoon horseradish sauce
5 garlic cloves, minced, divided
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1 tablespoon minced chives, optional
3 tablespoons ground coffee
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon coarsely ground pepper
1-1/4 teaspoons salt, divided
1 medium onion, halved and sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Directions

Pour 1 cup wine into a large resealable plastic bag; add the beef. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate at least 1 hour.
Place potato in a small saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain; mash with cheese, milk, 2 tablespoons butter, bacon, horseradish sauce, 2 garlic cloves, garlic salt and chives if desired; set aside.
Drain and discard marinade. In a small bowl, combine the coffee, brown sugar, pepper and 1 teaspoon salt; rub over beef. Cut a lengthwise slit down the center of the tenderloin to within 3/4 in. of bottom. Open tenderloin so it lies flat; cover with plastic wrap. Flatten to 3/4 in. thickness. Remove plastic wrap; mound potato mixture over the center. Close tenderloin; tie at 2-in. intervals with kitchen string. Place on a rack in a shallow roasting pan.
Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 40-45 minutes or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 145°; medium, 160°; well-done, 170°). Remove meat to a serving platter. Cover and let stand for 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a small skillet, cook onion and remaining garlic in oil and remaining butter over medium heat for 15-20 minutes or until onion is golden brown, stirring frequently. Stir in the lemon juice, remaining wine and salt. Slice tenderloin; serve with sauce. Yield: 8 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving equals 356 calories, 17 g fat (8 g saturated fat), 73 mg cholesterol, 658 mg sodium, 15 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 29 g protein.

Originally published as Pepper-Crusted Beef Tenderloin in Taste of Home's Holiday & Celebrations Cookbook Annual 2009, p199