Sesame beef tenderloin

From Ars Cookbook

Sesame Beef Tenderloin

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1 green onion, chopped
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 (3 pound) beef tenderloin
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted

Directions:
1. In a large re-sealable bag, combine the first five ingredients Add tenderloin; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 2 hours, turning several times.

2. Drain and discard marinade.

3. Brush the beef with honey; sprinkle with sesame seeds. Place in a shallow roasting pan.

4. Bake at 400 degrees F for 25 minutes. Cover with foil. Bake 30-35 minutes longer or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a meat thermometer should read 145 degrees F; medium, 160 degrees F; well-done, 170 degrees F).

5. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.