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Roasted Beef Tenderloin

with Caramelized Onion and Fig Jam

•Soy-free •Dairy-free •Nut-free

beef tenderloin is a moist, tender, and absolutely decadent cut of meat. Here, it is

complemented by a sweet and savory onion and fig jam that just melts in your mouth.

To make the tenderloin: Preheat the oven to 400 ̊F (200 ̊C, or gas mark 6).

Rub the beef with the olive oil, then season generously with salt and

pepper. Place in a roasting pan and roast for 40 minutes to 1 hour, or until

a thermometer inserted into the meat reads your ideal doneness: 130 ̊F

(54 ̊C) for medium-rare, 140 ̊F (60 ̊C) for medium, or 150 ̊F (65 ̊C) for

medium-well. Remove the roasting pan from the oven, cover loosely with

foil, and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

To make the jam: Heat a medium-size sauté pan over medium heat.

Add the diced white onion and olive oil, and cook, stirring occasionally,

for about 20 minutes, or until the onions are brown and sweet and have

caramelized nicely. Add the fig jam, balsamic vinegar, and some salt and

pepper to taste. Continue cooking for 6 to 8 minutes, or until the mixture

has thickened and the vinegar has reduced. Transfer to a bowl and let cool

to room temperature.

Slice the tenderloin against the grain and place on a serving platter.

Spoon the jam down the center of the tenderloin and serve.

Yield: 6 servings

Chef’s Tip

The Caramelized Onion and Fig Jam can be made several days in advance

and held in the refrigerator. Bring to room temperature before serving.

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