Let’s get ready for the Labor Day week-end… Pair this up with your favorite potato or pasta salad and you’ve got a meal for the crowd.

BBQ BEEF TENDERLOIN

Serves: 10-12 Difficulty Level: 2 (of 5) Prep Time: 5 Minutes Ready In: < 90 Minutes

INGREDIENTS:

•1 Tbsp. fennel seeds, crushed
•2 tsps. salt (optional)
•1/2 tsp. ground ginger
•1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper
•2-1/4 lbs. beef tenderloin roast

PROCEDURE:

•Combine first 4 ingredients in a bowl. Rub spices into beef.
•Meat can be covered and refrigerated overnight before grilling.
•Cook beef in covered grill 30-40 minutes per 1 lb over medium heat, turning occasionally, until meat thermometer reads 135°F.
•Let stand 5-10 minutes before slicing thinly. (Temperature will go up ten degrees while standing.)

Happy Cooking,
Chef Phil