PEPPERED BEEF TENDERLOIN

Peppered Beef Tenderloin image

When you're cooking for a crowd that really savors meat, this peppery, tempting tenderloin is perfect! It's important to let it rest for a few minutes before carving to allow the juices to work through the meat. -Margaret Ninneman, La Crosse, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 beef tenderloin roast (3 pounds)

Steps:

Combine seasonings and rub over entire tenderloin. Place on a rack in a roasting pan. , Bake, uncovered, at 425° until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°). Let stand 10 minutes before carving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 calories, Fat 7g fat, Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 67mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate, Fiber 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges