This easy Beef Tenderloin Julia Child recipe is perfect for a quick, delicious dinner. With a savory soy sauce and melted butter glaze, it’s a simple yet flavorful dish that’s sure to impress. You can even customize it by using ingredients you have on hand. The tenderloin comes out juicy and perfectly cooked!
Ingredients Needed
- 1 (3-pound) beef tenderloin roast
- ¾ cup soy sauce (US measurement)
- ½ cup melted butter (US measurement)
How To Make Beef Tenderloin Recipe
- Preheat oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare baking dish: Place the beef tenderloin roast in a shallow, glass baking dish.
- Season the meat: Pour soy sauce and melted butter over the tenderloin.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes.
- Turn and cook: Turn the roast over and continue cooking, basting occasionally, until the internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C) for medium, about 35 to 40 minutes or until desired doneness.
- Rest the meat: Let the meat rest for 10 to 15 minutes before slicing.

Recipe Tips
- Baste regularly: Keep basting the roast every 10 minutes to ensure it stays moist and flavorful.
- Use a meat thermometer: For the best results, check the internal temperature to achieve your desired level of doneness.
- Let it rest: Allow the roast to rest for 10-15 minutes after cooking. This helps the juices redistribute and makes for a more tender bite.
- Use fresh butter: Fresh, high-quality butter will give your beef a rich, creamy flavor that makes a difference.
- Room temperature roast: Bring the beef tenderloin to room temperature before cooking to ensure even cooking throughout.
How To Store & Reheat Leftovers
- Refrigerate: Wrap leftover beef tenderloin tightly in plastic wrap or foil and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freeze: Wrap leftover beef tenderloin tightly in foil or a freezer-safe bag. Freeze for up to 3 months. To thaw, place in the fridge overnight and reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes until warmed through.
- Reheating: Reheat leftover beef tenderloin in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes until warm.
Nutrition Fact
Serving Size: 1 serving (1/8 of the roast)
- Calories: 480
- Total Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
- Sodium: 700mg
- Potassium: 500mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 2g
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugars: 1g
- Protein: 55g
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Julia Child Beef Tenderloin Recipe
Description
This easy Beef Tenderloin Julia Child recipe is perfect for a quick, delicious dinner. With a savory soy sauce and melted butter glaze, it’s a simple yet flavorful dish that’s sure to impress. You can even customize it by using ingredients you have on hand. The tenderloin comes out juicy and perfectly cooked!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare baking dish: Place the beef tenderloin roast in a shallow, glass baking dish.
- Season the meat: Pour soy sauce and melted butter over the tenderloin.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes.
- Turn and cook: Turn the roast over and continue cooking, basting occasionally, until the internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C) for medium, about 35 to 40 minutes or until desired doneness.
- Rest the meat: Let the meat rest for 10 to 15 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Baste regularly: Keep basting the roast every 10 minutes to ensure it stays moist and flavorful.
- Use a meat thermometer: For the best results, check the internal temperature to achieve your desired level of doneness.
- Let it rest: Allow the roast to rest for 10-15 minutes after cooking. This helps the juices redistribute and makes for a more tender bite.
- Use fresh butter: Fresh, high-quality butter will give your beef a rich, creamy flavor that makes a difference.
- Room temperature roast: Bring the beef tenderloin to room temperature before cooking to ensure even cooking throughout.