24 Beef Tenderloin Recipes That Will Melt In Your Mouth! 

August 7, 2024
Written by Kristy J. Norton

This expensive cut of meat can be a little intimidating to cook but there is no need to worry any more! These beef tenderloin recipes show you all the different ways that you can prepare the cut while ensuring the meat is flavorful, tender, and luxurious. Get the recipes here! 

Beef Tenderloin

1. Roast Beef Tenderloin

If you have never roasted beef tenderloin before, this is the recipe you need! It is simple yet delicious and shows you how to roast the tenderloin to perfection. The seasonings here help to enhance the flavor of the beef tenderloin without overpowering it. 

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 Roast Beef Tenderloin

2. Smoked Beef Tenderloin with White Wine Mushroom Gravy

Smoking such a tender cut of meat can be tricky business but this recipe shows you how to add a smoky flavor without getting rid of the texture. As an added bonus, you also learn how to make a gorgeous wine and mushroom sauce that pairs beautifully with the smoked tenderloin. 

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Smoked Beef Tenderloin with White Wine Mushroom Gravy

3. Herb and Butter Roasted Beef Tenderloin 

In this recipe, the herbs are tucked against the tenderloin and it is basted with butter during the roasting process. Then, it is served alongside homemade thyme caramelized onions and horseradish sauce. This is a great recipe for letting the natural flavors of the tenderloin stand out! 

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Herb and Butter Roasted Beef Tenderloin

4. Herb Crusted Beef Tenderloin 

This recipe goes all in on taste and texture! There is a delicate crust of herbs on the outside of the tender tenderloin. This is the perfect recipe for anyone who wants a beautiful balance between the herbs and the beef tenderloin flavors. The recipe also comes with a homemade horseradish sauce. 

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Herb Crusted Beef Tenderloin 

5. Garlic Rosemary Beef Tenderloin 

If you are looking for a delicious, fuss-free beef tenderloin recipe, then this is the one for you! It is just a matter of seasoning the tenderloin with the garlic rosemary mixture and then popping it in the oven until done. This tenderloin only takes a little over an hour to cook! 

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Garlic Rosemary Beef Tenderloin

6. Slow Roasted Beef Tenderloin 

Do you want to cook your beef tenderloin to perfection from edge to center? Well, this recipe is going to guide you through the process! The tenderloin is gently basted in butter, thyme, and chives as it is slow roasted for a gentle elevation of taste. 

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Slow Roasted Beef Tenderloin

7. Grilled Tenderloin

 Grilling beef tenderloin really takes the flavor up a notch. This is also a great way to ensure that you don't overcook the meat - the tenderloin is continuously cooked in butter. This grilled tenderloin is lightly seasoned with a lemon and pepper seasoning adding a bright pop of flavor into the mix. 

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Grilled Tenderloin

8. Pancetta Wrapped Beef Tenderloin 

If you are looking for something gourmet to serve your family or guests, you should give this recipe a try. Here, the beef tenderloin is covered with a porcini paste and wrapped in pancetta before being roasted to perfection! 

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Pancetta Wrapped Beef Tenderloin

9. Beef Tenderloin Crostini with Parmesan Wine Cream Sauce

Want an appetizer that is going to knock the socks off anyone who eats it? Well, this crostini is going to do the trick! The beef tenderloin is cooked in butter, pepper, and herbs. It is then served on top of a slice of baguette, homemade roasted garlic parmesan sauce, and sweetened goat cheese. Perfection! 

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Beef Tenderloin Crostini with Parmesan Wine Cream Sauce

10. Grilled Beef Tenderloin Filets with Chimichurri Sauce

This grilled beef tenderloin is patted down with some delicious spices like cumin, mustard, and paprika. It is then grilled until it is well done on the outside and tender on the inside. The tenderloin is served with a delicious homemade chimichurri sauce. The whole thing takes only about half an hour! 

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Grilled Beef Tenderloin Filets with Chimichurri Sauce

11. Garlic Peppercorn Crusted Tenderloin

There is so much to love with this tenderloin recipe! Peppercorns are added as a crust and once the tenderloin is done cooking, you pour a garlic butter sauce over it! This recipe includes instructions on how to roast potatoes at the same time and shows you how to make a homemade chimichurri sauce too! 

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Garlic Peppercorn Crusted Tenderloin

12. Roasted Garlic Butter Beef Tenderloin 

If you love garlic as much as you love beef tenderloin, then this is the recipe for you! Here, the beef tenderloin is covered in a thick layer of garlic butter and cooked in a pan with garlic and herbs. If you would like even more flavor, make the homemade cream sauce and serve with the roasted beef tenderloin. 

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Roasted Garlic Butter Beef Tenderloin

13. Roast Beef Tenderloin with Mushroom Ragout

Here, the beef tenderloin is seared in butter and then transferred to the oven to cook to perfection. In the meanwhile, you make an easy and creamy mushroom ragout that is served alongside the tender beef. 

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Roast Beef Tenderloin with Mushroom Ragout

14. Beef Tenderloin Stew

In this recipe, the browned beef tenderloin is simmered in a soup made from broth, red wine, aromatics, and veggies. As the tenderloin doesn't need as much time to tenderize as other cuts of beef, this stew can be whipped up in less than an hour. Perfect for a cozy weeknight meal! 

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Beef Tenderloin Stew

15. Garlic and Rosemary Tenderloin Steaks with Creamed Spinach Gnocchi Bake

Want to turn your tenderloin into a full meal? Then this recipe will help you do just that. The tenderloin is cut up into steaks and cooked before being topped with a garlic rosemary pan sauce. This is served alongside the homemade creamed spinach gnocchi bake and an arugula salad. 

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Garlic and Rosemary Tenderloin Steaks with Creamed Spinach Gnocchi Bake

16. Beef Tenderloin with Balsamic-Port Sauce

This recipe may sound fancy but it actually takes less than 20 minutes to make! It is just a matter of pan frying the beef tenderloin and reducing the balsamic and port in a pan to create a delicious glaze! 

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Beef Tenderloin with Balsamic-Port Sauce

17. Bacon Wrapped Beef Tenderloin with Balsamic Fig Sauce

Yes, this recipe tastes as good as it sounds! And best of all, it is actually easy to make! All you have to do is wrap the tenderloin in bacon and roast it. In the meantime, make a sauce with aged balsamic vinegar and fig jam. Then slice the tenderloin and serve with the sauce! 

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Bacon Wrapped Beef Tenderloin with Balsamic Fig Sauce

18. Potato and Beef Tenderloin Bruschetta

This dish makes for a delicious and simple appetizer. You roast the tenderloin and sliced potatoes in the oven. Then, you top each slice of potato with tenderloin, a homemade cherry compote, and other dressings that you may like 

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Potato and Beef Tenderloin Bruschetta

19. Pasta with Gorgonzola and Beef Tenderloin

This tenderloin and pasta dish takes just half an hour to put together! The tenderloin is marinated and sauteed. Then the cooked pasta is tossed in a delicious gorgonzola, parmesan, and cream sauce. It is a perfect combination! 

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Pasta with Gorgonzola and Beef Tenderloin2

20. Tenderloin Beef Tips and Mushrooms

Not only is this recipe simple and delicious, it can also be made in the same pan! Beef tenderloin tips and mushrooms are sauteed before being cooked in a beer and butter sauce. This is definitely a recipe you are going to want to try out! 

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Tenderloin Beef Tips and Mushrooms

21. Prosciutto Wrapped Whole Roasted Beef Tenderloin 

This dish is equal parts simple and delicious! Here, the beef tenderloin is rubbed down with an aromatic garlic mixture and wrapped in prosciutto. It is then roasted to your desired level of doneness. 

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Prosciutto Wrapped Whole Roasted Beef Tenderloin

22. Thyme Crusted Beef Tenderloin Au Poivre

Don't let the French name fool you, this dish is deceptively simple to make! The tenderloin is seared, covered in a thyme-based mix and then roasted until done. In the meanwhile, you make up the peppery, tangy, and delicious sauce that will be served with it! 

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Thyme Crusted Beef Tenderloin Au Poivre

23. Roast Beef Tenderloin with Winter Vegetables 

This really is the perfect dish for the winter season! It is also quite easy to make since the beef and tenderloin are roasted at the same time. This is all topped off with a buttery sage sauce! 

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Roast Beef Tenderloin with Winter Vegetables

24. Mustard and Chile Rubbed Beef Tenderloin 

Want to give your beef tenderloin a bit of a kick? This recipe is going to show you how to do it! Here, the mustard and chile rub helps to add some spice into the mix without overpowering the natural flavor of the tenderloin. 

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Mustard and Chile Rubbed Beef Tenderloin

There is so much that you can do with this tender cut of meat. If you are looking for new ways to prepare beef tenderloin, this recipes have got you covered! 

By Kristy J. Norton
I'm Kristy – a chef and connoisseur of all things BBQ! You can find me either in my kitchen (or someone else's) or at a big outdoor barbecue surrounded by friends and family. In both my professional and personal life I’ve picked up more than a few tips and tricks for turning out delicious food. I consider it a privilege to share it with others!
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