Ingredients
1 tbsp. vegetable oil
1 center-cut beef tenderloin
Coarse salt
Freshly ground pepper
8 clove Roasted Garlic
3/4 c. mayonnaise
1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp. finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 tbsp. finely chopped fresh thyme
1 tbsp. finely chopped fresh marjoram
1 baguette
2 c. watercress
Preparation
Step 1Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Heat oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Generously season beef with salt and pepper. Add to skillet, and brown on all sides, about 10 minutes total. Transfer skillet to oven.Step 2Roast until beef registers 130 for medium-rare, 20 to 25 minutes. Let beef stand for 20 minutes. Cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices.Step 3Meanwhile, mash garlic with a fork in a small bowl. Stir in mayonnaise, lemon juice, and herbs. Season with salt and pepper. (Garlic-herb mayonnaise can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.)Step 4Spread 1 tablespoon of the mayonnaise onto each bread slice. Top with beef. Just before serving, add watercress. Season with salt and pepper. Looking for more dinner options? Check out our pork chop recipes, chicken recipes, and potato recipes.
