Roasted Beef Tenderloin Wrapped in Bacon

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
16%
Roasted Beef Tenderloin Wrapped in Bacon
45 min.
8
269kcal

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If you're looking for a show-stopping centerpiece for your next dinner party or family gathering, look no further than this Roasted Beef Tenderloin Wrapped in Bacon. With its enticing aroma and mouthwatering flavors, this dish is sure to impress even the most discerning palates. The combination of the succulent tenderloin and savory bacon creates a culinary experience that is both luxurious and comforting, making it a perfect choice for any occasion, whether it's a celebratory dinner or a cozy weekend meal.

This recipe is not only gluten-free and dairy-free, catering to a variety of dietary preferences, but it also comes together in just 45 minutes! Imagine the delight on your guests’ faces as they savor every bite of this tender, juicy meat, perfectly complemented by the crispy, flavorful bacon. The addition of garlic and fresh rosemary infuses the tenderloin with delightful aromatic notes that elevate the dish to new heights.

Not only is this beef tenderloin visually stunning when plated, but it also presents an excellent opportunity for you to showcase your culinary skills. Follow the straightforward steps, and you will end up with a restaurant-quality meal that is surprisingly easy to make. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to serve an unforgettable dish that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • pound bacon 
  • pound beef tenderloin piece trimmed (large end)
  • 12.3 inch thick garlic peeled (from 4 cloves)
  • tablespoon coarsely ground pepper black
  • 24 inch long rosemary branches fresh

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • roasting pan
  • kitchen thermometer
  • aluminum foil
  • cutting board

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F. Using small sharp knife, cut twelve 1-inch-deep slits all over beef tenderloin. Insert garlic slices into slits. Rub pepper all over tenderloin. Arrange bacon slices on work surface, overlapping slightly and forming rectangle.
  2. Place 1 rosemary branch down center of bacon rectangle, perpendicular to bacon slices.
  3. Place tenderloin atop rosemary branch.
  4. Place remaining 2 rosemary branches atop tenderloin. Wrap bacon slices around tenderloin and rosemary to enclose tenderloin completely.
  5. Place tenderloin in roasting pan, bacon ends down. (Can be assembled 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  6. Roast tenderloin until meat thermometer inserted into center registers 125°F for rare, about 1 hour.
  7. Remove from oven. Tent with foil and let tenderloin stand 10 minutes.
  8. Transfer tenderloin to cutting board. Reserve pan drippings for Broccoli Pancotto, if desired. Using large sharp knife, cut tenderloin through bacon and rosemary into 1/2-inch-thick slices and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories269kcal
Protein11.45%
Fat77.79%
Carbs10.76%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.5
Glycemic Load
1.6
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
7.9808695627295%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:269.33kcal
13.47%
Fat:23.71g
36.47%
Saturated Fat:8.11g
50.71%
Carbohydrates:7.37g
2.46%
Net Carbohydrates:3.86g
1.4%
Sugar:0.04g
0.05%
Cholesterol:37.42mg
12.47%
Sodium:379.97mg
16.52%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.85g
15.71%
Selenium:12.34µg
17.62%
Vitamin B6:0.33mg
16.69%
Manganese:0.31mg
15.46%
Iron:2.6mg
14.45%
Fiber:3.52g
14.07%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.62%
Vitamin B3:2.39mg
11.96%
Calcium:110.73mg
11.07%
Phosphorus:94.12mg
9.41%
Vitamin C:5.88mg
7.12%
Magnesium:25.82mg
6.46%
Zinc:0.97mg
6.46%
Potassium:210.6mg
6.02%
Folate:23.64µg
5.91%
Vitamin A:263.78IU
5.28%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.95%
Vitamin B12:0.28µg
4.72%
Copper:0.09mg
4.37%
Vitamin B5:0.35mg
3.48%
Vitamin E:0.25mg
1.7%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.51%
Vitamin K:1.29µg
1.23%
Source:Epicurious