2019 NOVEMBER/DECEMBER COOKING WITH PAULA DEEN 50
cook, turning once, until browned, 3 to
4 minutes per side. Remove from heat.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together
broth, vinegar, brown sugar, thyme,
rosemary, salt, and peppers until sugar
is dissolved. Add broth mixture to
onions, turning to coat. Place butter
pieces around onions. - Bake until tender, about 25 minutes,
gently stirring occasionally to prevent
sticking. Spoon glaze onto onions when
serving. Garnish with rosemary, if
desired.
BUTTER AND HERB BEEF
TENDERLOIN
Makes 6 to 8 servings
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cloves garlic, minced
1½ tablespoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
1 (3½- to 4-pound) center-cut beef
tenderloin, trimmed, tied with
butcher’s twine, and patted dry
Garnish: fresh thyme, fresh parsley
- Preheat oven to 500°. Line a large
roasting pan with foil. - In a small bowl, stir together butter,
garlic, salt, parsley, thyme, and pepper.
Rub mixture on top and sides of beef.
Place beef in prepared pan. - Bake until an instant-read
thermometer inserted in thickest
portion registers 145°, about
45 minutes, or until desired degree of
doneness. Cover with foil, and let stand
for 20 minutes before slicing. Garnish
with herbs, if desired.