Stuffed Beef Tenderloin

1. 1

   In a small skillet, melt butter over low heat.

2. 2

   Saute, onion, celery and mushrooms until onion is soft and transparent.

3. 3

   Meanwhile, in a mixing bowl, combine bread crumbs, salt, pepper, basil and parsley.

4. 4

   Add onion mixture andmix well.

5. 5

   Make a lengthwise cut 34 of the way through the tenderloin.

6. 6

   Lightly place stuffing in the pocket; close with toothpicks.

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   Place bacon strips diagonally across the top, covering the picks and pocket.

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   Place meat, bacon side up, in a shallow roasting pan.

9. 9

   Insert meat thermometer into meat, not stuffing.

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    Bake, uncovered, at 350F until meat reaches desired degree of doneness: 140F for rare, 160F for medium and 170F for well-done.

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    (Meat will need to bake approximately 1 hour for medium.)

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    Remove from oven; let stand for 15 minutes.

13. 13

    Remove toothpicks and slice.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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