Roast New York Strip Loin with Garlic-Herb Crust

1. 1

   With machine running, drop garlic into processor; blend until finely chopped.

2. 2

   Add sage, thyme, oil, salt and pepper; process until paste forms.

3. 3

   Pat meat dry with paper towels.

4. 4

   Rub meat all over with herb paste.

5. 5

   Cover; chill at least 3 hours.

6. 6

   (Can be made 1 day ahead.

7. 7

   Keep refrigerated.)

8. 8

   Preheat oven to 450F.

9. 9

   Place meat, fat side up, on rack in roasting pan.

10. 10

    Roast meat 15 minutes.

11. 11

    Reduce oven temperature to 350F.

12. 12

    Roast meat until instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part of meat registers 130F for medium-rare, about 35 minutes (or 140F for medium, about 40 minutes).

13. 13

    Remove from oven; let stand 20 minutes.

14. 14

    Cut crosswise into 1/3-inch-thick slices.

15. 15

    Arrange slices on platter.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.