Jackie Kennedy's Royal Beef Tenderloin

When you have a craving for a great piece of red meat, turn to this recipe. It is perfect for guests but go ahead and spoil your family once in a while, too. Aren't they worth it?

• Ready In: 1 hr 5 mins
• Serves: 8-10

Ingredients

• MARINADE

• 1  cup soy sauce
• 2⁄3 cup  vegetable oil
• 3  tablespoons brown sugar
• 2  tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1  tablespoon white vinegar
• 1  teaspoon garlic powder
• 1  green onion, chopped
• 5  lbs beef tenderloin

• ROYAL BUTTER

• 1⁄2 cup butter
• 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
• 1⁄4 cup mayonnaise
• 1⁄4 cup  prepared horseradish, drained

Directions

1. Combine the first seven ingredients in a large zip lock bag, shake well, then add the tenderloin.
2. Marinate the tenderloin in the refrigerator for 8 hours, turning occasionally.
3. Remove the tenderloin from the bag and put the marinade in a saucepan.
4. Bring to a boil (reduce) and set aside.
5. Place the tenderloin in a roasting pan.
6. Bake at 400 degrees for 45-55 minutes.
7. Baste occasionally with marinade.
8. In the last minute or so cover the tenderloin with the marinade and let baste on.
9. Remove from oven and let stand for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
10. While the tenderloin is cooking, prepare the Royal Butter by combining all of the ingredients and beating at medium speed until well blended.
11. Serve at room temperature.
12. Makes 2 cups.
13. You may want to adjust this recipe for the size of the tenderloin you are preparing.
14. Top each serving of tenderloin with the Royal Butter and ENJOY!