Description
Ina Garten’s balsamic roasted beef brings classic elegance to dinner tables with Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Succulent beef tenderloin marinates in rich balsamic vinegar, herbs, and garlic, creating a memorable main course that invites guests to savor each carefully crafted bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2.5 pounds (1.13 kilograms) filet of beef, trimmed and tied
Seasonings and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 tablespoon coarsely cracked black pepper
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon aged balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Ready the baking environment by heating the oven to 260°C (500°F) and lining a sheet pan with aluminum foil to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Position the beef centrally on the prepared sheet pan, creating an even surface for consistent cooking.
- Create a flavor-enhancing marinade by whisking together Dijon mustard, balsamic vinegar, and kosher salt in a small mixing bowl until thoroughly combined.
- Carefully brush the marinade across the entire surface of the beef, ensuring complete and uniform coverage on the top and sides to maximize flavor penetration.
- Generously distribute coarsely cracked black pepper over the entire beef surface, creating a robust and textured seasoning layer.
- Transfer the sheet pan into the preheated oven and roast the beef for precise timing: 25 minutes for rare, 30 minutes for medium-rare, or 35 minutes for medium doneness.
- Upon removing the beef from the oven, immediately cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil to lock in moisture and allow internal temperature equilibration.
- Allow the beef to rest undisturbed for 10 minutes, which helps redistribute internal juices and ensures maximum tenderness when slicing.
- Using a sharp carving knife, slice the beef against the grain into thin, elegant portions ready for serving hot or warm.
Notes
- Enhance Flavor Profile: Cracked black pepper adds bold, spicy notes that transform an ordinary roast into a restaurant-worthy dish. Adjust the quantity to match your personal heat preference.
- Select Premium Beef: Invest in a high-quality filet with beautiful marbling, which guarantees juicier, more tender meat that melts in your mouth.
- Create Perfect Coating: Spread the mustard and balsamic mixture meticulously across every surface of the beef, ensuring a delicious caramelized crust and deep flavor penetration.
- Monitor Internal Temperature: A meat thermometer is your secret weapon for achieving precise doneness. Aim for 120°F for rare, 130°F for medium-rare, and 140°F for medium to guarantee perfect results.
- Allow Proper Resting: Covering the roasted beef with foil and letting it rest for 10 minutes allows precious juices to redistribute, resulting in incredibly tender and succulent meat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 473 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 690 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg