Description
This Cranberry Glazed Beef Tenderloin is a holiday showstopper tender, juicy beef coated with a glossy cranberry-balsamic glaze. A perfect blend of savory and sweet, ideal for festive dinners or special celebrations.
Ingredients
2 lb beef tenderloin, trimmed
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup beef broth
Fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs, for garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat beef dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the beef on all sides until browned, about 2–3 minutes per side.
3. Transfer to a roasting pan and roast for 20–25 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 130°F (54°C) for medium-rare.
4. Meanwhile, prepare the cranberry glaze: In a saucepan, combine cranberries, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic, rosemary, and beef broth.
5. Simmer for 10–12 minutes until thickened and cranberries burst. Mash slightly and strain if a smoother texture is desired.
6. Remove tenderloin from oven, brush generously with cranberry glaze, and rest for 10 minutes.
7. Slice and serve drizzled with extra glaze and fresh rosemary.
Notes
For deeper flavor, sear the beef in a cast-iron skillet and finish in the oven.
You can make the cranberry glaze up to 2 days in advance.
Pair with roasted potatoes or garlic green beans for a complete holiday meal.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasted
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice beef tenderloin with glaze
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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