PEPPER-CRUSTED BEEF TENDERLOIN

Pepper-Crusted Beef Tenderloin image

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

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

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

Steps:

Pour 1 cup wine into a shallow dish; add the beef and turn to coat. Cover and 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 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°). 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356 calories, Fat 17g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 658mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 29g protein.