Spinach & Cheese Stuffed Beef Tenderloin 🥩🧀🌿

Servings

4–6 servings

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Ingredients

• 800 g (1.5–2 lb) beef tenderloin (whole piece)

• 1 cup fresh spinach (chopped)

• 120–150 g mozzarella or cream cheese

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp garlic powder (optional)

• Kitchen twine or toothpicks

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Filling

• Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.

• Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.

• Add spinach and cook until wilted.

• Remove from heat and let cool.

• Mix spinach with cheese until combined.

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2. Prepare the Beef

• Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

• Using a sharp knife, slice the beef lengthwise (do not cut all the way through).

• Open it like a book.

• Season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

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3. Stuff and Roll

• Spread the spinach-cheese mixture evenly inside.

• Roll the beef tightly.

• Secure with kitchen twine or toothpicks.

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4. Sear

• Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.

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

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5. Roast

• Transfer to oven.

• Roast for 15–20 minutes for medium-rare
  (Internal temp: 130–135°F / 54–57°C).

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6. Rest & Serve

• Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

• Cut into thick rounds and serve.

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Tips

• For extra flavor, add Parmesan to the filling.

• You can wrap the outside with bacon for a richer version.

• Always rest the meat before slicing to keep it juicy.