Herb Rubbed Beef Tenderloin

Herb Rub:
4 Tbsp. olive oil
2 Tbsp. salt
2 tsp. dried rosemary
2 tsp. dried thyme
2 tsp. dried basil
4-6 garlic cloves pressed, or finely minced

Combine all ingredients.

6-7 lb. beef tenderloin, tied with cooking twine

Preheat oven to 500 degrees.
Line a roasting pan with foil. Insert roasting rack and spray rack with nonstick cooking spray.
Rinse roast and pat dry. Rub with herb mixture.
Place in roasting pan on rack and cook at 500 degrees 30 min. Reduce heat to 400 degrees and cook an additional 45min. to an  hour.
Using a meat thermometer, cook to desired doneness (medium rare to medium recommended).

Helpful Tips: You do not want to overcook this delicacy! Keep in mind that every time you puncture the roast with the thermometer, precious juices are lost. Allow to rest 10 min. before slicing, which is best done with an electric knife.