BEEF TENDERLOIN RECIPES: Blue Cheese Beef Tenderloin

Blue Cheese Beef Tenderloin



Blue Cheese Beef Tenderloin Recipe

Juicy beef tenderloin paired with a bold, creamy blue cheese crust—simple to prepare, luxurious to serve.

⭐ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Fork-tender beef with intense flavor

  • Elegant enough for entertaining

  • Ready in under 45 minutes

  • Minimal ingredients, maximum impact

🛒 Ingredients

For the Beef

  • 2–3 lb (900 g–1.3 kg) beef tenderloin, trimmed

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 1½ tsp kosher salt

  • 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp fresh rosemary or thyme, finely chopped

For the Blue Cheese Topping

  • 5 oz (140 g) blue cheese (Gorgonzola, Roquefort, or Stilton), crumbled

  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened

  • 2 tbsp heavy cream or sour cream

  • 1 small garlic clove, minced

  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley or chives, finely chopped

🔥 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Beef

  • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

  • Pat the tenderloin dry.

  • Rub evenly with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and herbs.

2️⃣ Sear for Flavor

  • Heat a large oven-safe skillet over high heat.

  • Sear the tenderloin on all sides until deeply browned (about 2–3 minutes per side).

3️⃣ Roast to Perfection

  • Transfer skillet to the oven.

  • Roast until internal temperature reaches:

    • 125°F (52°C) – Rare

    • 135°F (57°C) – Medium-Rare (recommended)

  • Remove and rest for 10 minutes (very important).

🧀 Blue Cheese Butter

  • Mix blue cheese, butter, cream, garlic, and herbs until smooth but slightly chunky.

  • Chill for 5 minutes if too soft.

4️⃣ Finish & Serve

  • Slice tenderloin into thick medallions.

  • Top each slice with blue cheese butter.

  • Let it melt naturally over the warm beef.

🍷 Serving Suggestions

  • Garlic mashed potatoes or roasted baby potatoes

  • Grilled asparagus or green beans

  • Red wine reduction or balsamic glaze

  • Pair with Cabernet Sauvignon or Malbec

💡 Pro Tips

  • Let beef come to room temperature before cooking

  • Use an instant-read thermometer for accuracy

  • Blue cheese too strong? Mix half blue cheese + half cream cheese

  • Leftovers make incredible steak sandwiches

🏆 Result

Tender, juicy beef with a luxurious blue cheese finish—pure steakhouse indulgence at home.

OTHER RECIPES



Beef Tenderloin Recipe Ingredients

* 1 (3 pound) whole beef tenderloin
* 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce
* 1/2 cup red wine
* 2 cloves garlic, chopped
* 4 ounces blue cheese, crumbled
* 1/3 cup mayonnaise
* 2/3 cup sour cream
* 1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

Beef Tenderloin Recipe Instructions

1. Place beef in a shallow dish. Combine teriyaki sauce, red wine and garlic; pour over beef. Allow beef to marinate in refrigerator for 30 minutes.
2. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
3. Place tenderloin on broiler pan, and cook in preheated oven for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C), and cook for 30 to 40 more minutes, or to desired doneness. Allow to set for 10 minutes before slicing.
4. In a saucepan over low heat, combine blue cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream and Worcestershire sauce. Stir until smooth; serve over sliced tenderloin.

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