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Quick Christmas Stuffed Beef Tenderloin

A holiday favorite featuring a tender beef tenderloin stuffed with a creamy mixture of sautéed mushrooms, spinach, and cream cheese, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying with loved ones.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds Beef Tenderloin Choose one that’s around 2 pounds for the best flavor and tenderness.
  • 1 cup Sautéed Mushrooms These add earthy notes and depth.
  • 1/2 cup Spinach Fresh spinach provides a pop of color and nutrition. Can substitute with kale or Swiss chard.
  • 1/2 cup Cream Cheese Make sure to soften it before mixing!
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Elevates flavor with warmth.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Adds subtle sweetness.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Essential for enhancing flavors.
  • as needed splash Olive Oil For sautéing mushrooms.
  • as needed Butcher's Twine To secure filling inside the tenderloin.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat, sauté the mushrooms until golden brown, then add spinach and stir until wilted.
  3. In a bowl, mix the sautéed mushrooms, wilted spinach, cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until creamy.
  4. Cut a pocket in the beef tenderloin and stuff it with the mushroom-spinach mixture.
  5. Secure the tenderloin with butcher's twine.
  6. Sear the stuffed tenderloin in the skillet until browned on all sides.
  7. Roast the seared tenderloin in the oven for 25-30 minutes until desired doneness.
  8. Let rest for 10 minutes, then slice and serve.

Notes

Patience is key while resting the meat to maintain juiciness. Use an instant-read thermometer for doneness.