Name: Slow Cooker Herb Crusted Beef Tenderloin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 3 h 30 min
Total time: 3 h 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 beef tenderloin, about 1.5 pounds; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1 tsp dried rosemary; 1 tsp dried sage; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 cup beef broth; 2 tbsp Dijon mustard; 2 tbsp butter; 1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1 tbsp all-purpose flour; 1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped; 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Description

A deliciously fancy yet easy slow cooker beef tenderloin with a creamy Dijon sauce.

Ingredients

Scale

1 beef tenderloin, about 1.5 pounds
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp dried rosemary
1 tsp dried sage
2 tbsp olive oil
1 cup beef broth
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp butter
1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

Trim any excess silver skin and fat from the beef tenderloin. Pat it dry with paper towels.
In a small bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, dried rosemary, and dried sage to form a paste. Rub this mixture over the beef tenderloin.
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, and sear the tenderloin for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden-brown.
Pour beef broth into the slow cooker and transfer the seared tenderloin into it.
Cover and cook on low for 150 to 210 minutes or on high for 90 to 150 minutes. Check for doneness with a meat thermometer (130 to 135 F for medium-rare).
Remove the tenderloin from the slow cooker and let it rest for 10-15 minutes.
Strain the cooking liquid from the slow cooker into a saucepan. Skim off excess fat and heat.
Melt butter in the saucepan, whisk in flour to create a roux, then gradually add the strained liquid and chicken or vegetable broth. Simmer until thickened.
Stir in heavy cream, Dijon mustard, thyme, and parsley. Season to taste.
Slice the rested beef against the grain and serve with the sauce.

Notes

Ideal for dinner parties or special occasions, this dish delivers gourmet flavor with minimal effort.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 210 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 900mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 5g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 40g
Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: beef tenderloin, slow cooker, dinner, gourmet, easy recipe