Blue Cheese Beef Roll

This Blue Cheese Beef Roll recipe is a flavorful and satisfying dish that combines the richness of blue cheese with the tenderness of beef. The beef is stuffed with a creamy blue cheese mixture and rolled up, then roasted to perfection. It's a perfect dish for a special occasion or a hearty family dinner. Serve it with a side of roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lb beef tenderloin
• 4 oz blue cheese
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp olive oil

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Place the beef tenderloin on a cutting board and make a lengthwise cut along the center, but do not cut it into two separate pieces.
3. In a small bowl, mix together the blue cheese, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper.
4. Spread the blue cheese mixture evenly across the beef tenderloin.
5. Gently roll up the beef, starting from one end, and secure it with kitchen twine or toothpicks.
6. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
7. Sear the beef roll on all sides until browned, about 2 minutes per side.
8. Transfer the beef roll to a roasting pan and roast in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes for medium-rare or until the desired doneness is reached.
9. Remove the beef roll from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
10. Slice the beef roll into thick slices and serve warm.

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