Guests will be begging for your secrets.

This recipe works for a large buffet, an intimate dinner party, and even a passed hors d’oeuvre.

I also found that letting it sit at room temperature for about 45 minutes ensured more even cooking.

Ina Garten Beef Tenderloin

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Now for the flavor.

While tenderloin is prized for its superior texture, I think the flavor is sometimes a little lacking.

As for the cooking method, this will be the easiest one youve ever tried.

roast beef tenderloin

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Cooking large cuts of beef can be incredibly stressful.

The stakes are high considering you are usually cooking this bang out of beef for a special occasion.

Inas method is completely foolproof.

If you need some reassurance, you might take the internal temperature with aninstant-read thermometer.

The only word of caution?

Head Inas advice about making sure your oven is clean.