Step 1

Preheat the oven to 500°F.

Step 2

In a small bowl combine the 1 tablespoon of the olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt and pepper. Smear the mixture all over the roast.

Step 3

Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Sear the meat on all sides until browned, about 8 minutes total, turning it as the bottom browns.

Step 4

Roast the meat for 15 minutes, then lower the heat to 300°F and roast for another 15 to 25 minutes until a meat thermometer inserted into the middle registers 125°F for rare (the temperature will continue to climb a bit as the meat rests). Allow the meat to rest for about 15 minutes then thinly (thinly!) slice and serve.