Serving Beef Tenderloin for a crowd is a great idea. And Tommie is Los Angeles is doing just that – preparing a beef tenderloin for forty guests. Purchase 10-12 pounds of tenderloin, which will probably be 2 whole fillets and maybe another 1/2 fillet. This amount will be sufficient for your crowd when served as a main course (around 4 ounces per person). Roasting whole and then slicing will be the best and easiest method, giving you control over timing and is the best method to prevent overcooking and drying out. Roast at 450 degrees until the thickest parts reach 130 degrees for rare to medium-rare when measured with a meat thermometer (around 6 minutes per pound). Assuming you’ll be roasting the beef tenderloins in the same oven, they should be finished within 40 minutes – leave 2 -3 inches of space between the fillets.
I’d love to discuss preparing the roast in more detail with you to develop a marinade, sauce, or roast accompaniment that will compliment your party’s culinary theme, reflect the time of day of your event, and work with the service style (buffet versus sit-down). For example, Cajun seasoned tenderloin serviced with Vidalia onions and button mushrooms would be a great presentation for spring. This dish would work well for either a buffet or lap-sit reception. You might consider serving two side dishes such as: new potato, green bean and Roma tomato salad, grilled corn with tarragon butter, dried fruit couscous salad, or mustard greens with country ham. But hey – that’s just what I like. When you call ChefsLine, you’ll discuss your favorite ingredients and how much time you have to cook with a professional chef so your menu, and party, truly reflects your style.
9 Responses for "Roasting Beef Tenderloin"
BEEF FOR 40 Was JUST what I needed!!!
Getting ready to make one this weekend for my son’s 1st birthday and I was thinking I needed 2 tenderloins, but was 2nd guessing myself. THANK YOU
How do I keep filet roast warm at a party? And, can I keep it from drying out if I use a chafing dish?
I want to roast a 3 lb beef tenedloin that is trimmed and tied how long should I roast and at what temperature
I need time and temperature to roast a 3 lb beef tenderloin
Brenda,
You should plan on about 1/2 or less per person. That might be a little more than you need but I never like to run out. Great for lots of left over meals. How many men and women and children?
I like to sear the meat on top of stove first on high heat to make a nice crust and then put in 325 degree oven for 45 to 60 minutes for 3 pounds for rare.
That was for 3 pounds of beef tenderloin
Vanilla Beans can be used again and again. Just rinse and dry and wrap for another time
I always seem to overcook my roasts even though I use a meat thermometer. I know that a roast continues to cook after it has been removed from the oven and is “resting.” Should I be removing the roast about 10 degrees before the desired internal temperature?? Thanks
NEED BEEF TENDERLOIN HELP!!
I am the designated person to cook for my mother inlaw’s 70th birthday and decided to do a beef tenderloin. We have 6 adults eating the meat.
1. How many lbs of beef tenderloin should I purchase to feed 6 adults
2. Shold I tie it before cooking it?
3. What temperature should I cook it for medium beef tenderloin?
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