Fillet of Beef (Beef Tenderloin Whole)

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 500 degrees F.

Step 2

Place the beef on a sheet pan and pat the outside dry with a paper towel.

Step 3

Spread the butter on with your hands.

Step 4

Sprinkle evenly with the salt and pepper.

Step 5

Roast in the oven for exactly 22 minutes for rare and 25 minutes for medium-rare.

Step 6

Remove the beef from the oven, cover it tightly with aluminum foil, and allow it to rest at room temperature for 20 minutes.

Step 7

Remove the strings and slice the fillet thickly.

Step 8

Note: Be sure your oven is very clean or the high temperature will cause it to smoke.