Description
A juicy, tender, and flavorful beef tenderloin slow-cooked to perfection with a creamy Dijon and herb sauce. Perfect for special occasions and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 beef tenderloin (about 2–3 pounds)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (plus more for searing)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Trim excess silver skin and fat from the beef tenderloin and dry it thoroughly with paper towels.
- Combine olive oil, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, rosemary, and sage in a bowl to create the herb rub. Rub it generously over the beef.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil and sear the tenderloin for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned.
- Pour beef broth into the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Transfer the seared tenderloin to the slow cooker, placing it in the broth.
- Cover and cook on low for 150-210 minutes or on high for 90-150 minutes, checking for doneness.
- Remove the beef and let it rest for 10-15 minutes covered with aluminum foil.
- Pour the cooking liquid through a sieve into a saucepan, discarding solids, and skim off fat.
- Melt butter in the saucepan, whisk in flour to form a roux, then gradually add the strained liquid and chicken/vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer and whisk until thickened.
- Stir in heavy cream and Dijon mustard, then add thyme and parsley, seasoning to taste.
- Slice the tenderloin against the grain and serve with the sauce.
Notes
Ensure the tenderloin is well-trimmed and dried before applying the herb rub for the best crust. Use fresh herbs for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 55g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: beef tenderloin, slow cooker, special occasion, creamy sauce, herb crusted