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Roasted Beef Tenderloin with French Onion Au Jus

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Roasted Beef Tenderloin with French Onion Au Jus: A Show-Stopping, Flavor-Packed Main Course

When it comes to a special occasion dinner or a holiday feast, nothing says elegance quite like a perfectly Roasted Beef Tenderloin. But take it up a notch by pairing it with a rich, deeply savory French Onion Au Jus, and you’ve got a dish that’s truly unforgettable.

This recipe combines the luxurious tenderness of beef tenderloin with the sweet, caramelized depth of classic French onion flavors. The result is a restaurant-worthy main course that’s surprisingly doable in your home kitchen.


Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • 🥩 Melt-in-your-mouth beef – tenderloin is prized for its buttery texture
  • 🧅 Rich onion jus – slow-cooked onions and beef drippings create a bold, savory sauce
  • 🍷 Elegant and impressive – perfect for dinner parties, holidays, or celebrations
  • 🕒 Surprisingly quick cook time – beef tenderloin roasts in under 40 minutes
  • 🥄 Minimal ingredients, maximum flavor

Ingredients

For the Roasted Beef Tenderloin:

  • 1 whole beef tenderloin (about 3–4 lbs), trimmed and tied
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

For the French Onion Au Jus:

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 teaspoons brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 cups beef broth (preferably low sodium)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: a splash of dry white wine or sherry