🥩🌿 Stuffed Beef Tenderloin with Spinach & Cheese 

🧾 Ingredients

For the Beef

• 1 kg (2 lbs) beef tenderloin or flank steak (butterflied)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil

For the Filling

• 2 cups fresh spinach (chopped)
• 1/2 cup mushrooms (finely chopped)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1/2 cup cream cheese or ricotta
• 1/3 cup feta or mozzarella cheese (crumbled/shredded)
• Salt and pepper

For the Sauce

• 1/2 cup (120 ml) beef broth
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1 tbsp butter

For Garnish

• Fresh rosemary or parsley

👨‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Beef

1. Butterfly the beef (slice horizontally without cutting through completely).
2. Pound gently to even thickness.
3. Season both sides with salt and pepper.

Step 2: Make the Filling

1. Heat a pan and sauté garlic and mushrooms until softened.
2. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
3. Remove from heat, let cool slightly.
4. Mix with cream cheese and feta/mozzarella.
5. Season to taste.

Step 3: Stuff & Roll

1. Spread the filling evenly over the beef.
2. Roll tightly into a log.
3. Tie with kitchen twine to secure.

Step 4: Sear & Roast

1. Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F).
2. Heat oil in a pan and sear the beef on all sides until browned.
3. Transfer to oven and roast for 20–30 minutes (depending on thickness).
4. Rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Step 5: Make the Sauce

1. In the same pan, add beef broth and scrape up browned bits.
2. Add cranberries and balsamic vinegar.
3. Simmer until slightly reduced.
4. Stir in butter for a glossy finish.

Step 6: Serve

1. Slice the beef into rounds.
2. Spoon sauce over the top.
3. Garnish with rosemary or parsley.

✨ Pro Tips

• Don’t overfill → easier to roll and keeps shape.
• Tie securely so filling stays inside.
• Use a thermometer for perfect doneness (medium-rare ~54–57°C).
• Let meat rest before slicing → juicy and clean cuts.

🍽️ Final Result

Juicy, tender beef rolled with a creamy spinach-cheese filling, finished with a rich, slightly sweet sauce — elegant, flavorful, and perfect for special occasions or dinner vibes “fine dining at home.”