This recipe is really quite easy, especially when you follow these step-by-step photo directions to accompany the full recipe. And it is worth it. The tenderloin will come out crusty brown with a savory spice flavor outside…tender, juicy and incredibly flavorful inside.
(For complete recipe ingredients, instructions, and nutritional info, click here)
Use a nice trimmed whole beef tenderloin. | ![]() |
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Mix 1/2 cup soy sauce and 1/2 cup red wine for marinade. |
Put tenderloin into ziplock bag; pour in the marinade. | ![]() |
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Be sure the bag is secure; see that the tenderloin is evenly covered with marinade. Place in sheet pan and refrigerate for 8 hours. |
Remove meat from marinade and drain (discard marinade). Season drained beef tenderloin evenly with salt, pepper and herbs. | ![]() |
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Grill uncovered over medium to medium-high heat until instant-read thermometer inserted at thickest part of beef registers 130º for medium-rare or until desired doneness, turning occasionally. |
Remove meat from grill. Let rest for 15 minutes. Cover with foil “tent style” (to keep warm while resting). | ![]() |
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Slice crosswise to serve. |
Transfer tenderloin to platter, serve with gorgonzola cream sauce on the side. | ![]() |