Herb-Marinated Tenderloin

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Tenderloin (sometimes called filet mignon) is the king of steaks. It's lean, tender, you can add any desired flavor to it and it will absorb it all, and you can cut it with a butter knife. This is expensive, though, so only cook this once in a while.

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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
8 mins
Additional Time:
4 hrs
Total Time:
4 hrs 28 mins
Servings:
2
Yield:
2 4-ounce fillets
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Ingredients

  • 1 (8 ounce) fillet beef tenderloin (filet mignon)

  • 6 fresh sage leaves

  • 1 clove garlic, cut into sixths

  • 4 fresh thyme sprigs

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Cut a few 2-inch slits in the side of the fillet; stuff the sage leaves and garlic pieces into the slits. Wrap the thyme sprigs around the fillet. Store in refrigerator to allow the meat to absorb the flavors for 4 to 12 hours.

  2. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat; lightly oil the grate. Cut the tenderloin in half and season with salt and pepper.

  3. Cook the fillets 4 to 6 minutes per side, until no longer pink, or to desired doneness.

Cook's Note:

I like to serve this with mashed cinnamon sweet potatoes, dill grilled green beans, and a side salad.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

222 Calories
9g Fat
1g Carbs
32g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 222
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g 11%
Saturated Fat 3g 17%
Cholesterol 89mg 30%
Sodium 144mg 6%
Total Carbohydrate 1g 0%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Protein 32g 64%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 38mg 3%
Iron 2mg 13%
Potassium 426mg 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.