how many does a whole fillet of beef feed

Our whole filets feed 8 -10 people and will make any meal a celebration. Here’s a quick list of the different choices we have. All custom cut FREE by our butchers into roasts or steaks!

Important tips for cooking beef tenderloin

• Take the beef out of the refrigerator and leave on the counter (covered) for an hour or 2 before cooking. This allows the meat to come closer to room temperature which in turn allows the meat to cook more evenly. If you put cold meat into the oven the center will not cook properly.
• Season well. A tenderloin is a large cut of meat that does not have much fat in it. A generous amount of salt and pepper will help flavor every slice. Pat it on to make sure it sticks.
• Make sure you preheat your oven and it is hot before you slide the meat in. You’re going to sear it first, then lower the heat to finish cooking.
• Use an oven thermometer to check for the correct temperature, don’t rely on timing alone. See temperature chart below for exact temps.
• Let the meat rest, loosely tented with foil, for 10 minutes before slicing to allow the juices to settle back into the meat.

How to buy a beef tenderloin

Many butchers will stock tenderloins, and you can find them at stores like Costco. If you shop at a regular supermarket you’ll want to order one ahead of time from the meat counter.

For a holiday meal you’ll want a whole tenderloin, and that will feed approximately 8 – 10 people. Allow at least 1/2 pound per person in your calculation. For more people you can cook multiple tenderloins. For a family meal, you can purchase a smaller piece, the butcher can cut it down for you.

Be sure to ask for your meat trimmed and tied. Trimming removes any tough ‘silverskin’ and excess fat, and tying insures that the meat is at an even thickness so it will cook evenly.

Cut your own filet mignon! Step by step Chef David will show you how!

FAQ

How many people does a whole filet feed?

How many does a fillet of beef feed?

How much beef fillet for 10 adults?

What size beef tenderloin for 10 adults?

How much beef do you eat per person?

Since beef tenderloin is a relatively lean, boneless cut of beef and tends to be quite expensive, you can easily cut down that recommendation to 6 ounces of beef per person, especially if your dinner menu includes a few hearty sides. For feeding four to six guests, you’ll want a roast between 1 1/2 to 2 pounds.

How many servings of lean meats should one have per day?

Ideally, each person consumes between 300 and 500 g of meat per week, which means a very small steak per day. This includes red and white meats such as chicken and fish, although they are less fatty.

How much meat do you need for 6 people?

So if you’re feeding 6 people, you’ll need three pounds of meat. For a larger crowd, say 12 people, you’ll need closer to 6 pounds of meat. If 8 ounces of meat per person seems like a lot, remember that the meat does shrink a little when cooking, which this measurement takes into account.

What is a typical serving size of meat?

Although the USDA recommended portion size of meat at a meal is 3 ounces, the typical serving size of meat in catering is between 4 to 6 ounces. When meat is the main feature of a meal, such as steak or chicken breast, the serving size increases to 6 to 8 ounces per serving.