Description
Chateaubriand is a classic French roast made from a center-cut beef tenderloin, seasoned with aromatic herbs and garlic, then seared to perfection and roasted to juicy, tender perfection. Serve with a rich red wine sauce for an elegant dinner experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Dish:
- 1 (1.5–2 lb) center-cut beef tenderloin roast (Chateaubriand cut)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Optional Red Wine Sauce:
- 1/2 cup dry red wine
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon shallots, finely minced
- 2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the beef tenderloin dry and let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
- Season Beef: In a small bowl, mix olive oil, rosemary, thyme, garlic, salt, and pepper to form a paste. Rub the herb mixture all over the tenderloin.
- Sear Beef: Heat a large oven-safe skillet or cast iron pan over medium-high heat. Add butter and sear the beef for 2–3 minutes on each side until deeply browned.
- Roast: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 15–20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 125°F (52°C) for medium-rare. Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Make Sauce: To make the sauce, remove beef from skillet and place pan back on the stovetop. Add shallots and cook for 1 minute. Pour in red wine and broth, scraping the bottom of the pan. Simmer until reduced by half, then whisk in cold butter until glossy. Strain if desired. Serve sauce over sliced Chateaubriand.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure precise doneness.
- For extra flavor, serve with béarnaise sauce or roasted vegetables.
- This cut is best served medium-rare to preserve tenderness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 39 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg
