- Is this roast ready to cook?
- Yes. It arrives raw, trimmed, tied and vacuum packed, so you season it and roast it straight from the fridge.
- Is it fresh or frozen?
- It ships fresh, never frozen, packed with ice packs. Refrigerate it on arrival and cook within a few days, or freeze it yourself.
- What grade is the beef?
- USDA Prime Black Angus, the top marbling grade, from the tenderloin primal and cut from the center.
- How should I cook a whole tenderloin?
- Sear it hot on all sides, then roast at moderate heat to 120–125°F for rare and rest it before slicing. It is lean, so an instant-read thermometer matters more than timing.
- How many people does it serve?
- A whole tenderloin feeds a crowd, roughly 4 to 6 ounces per person after trimming and shrinkage. A center-cut roast is smaller than a full untrimmed tenderloin.
- Does it come tied?
- Yes. The roast is tied with butcher's twine to hold its shape, so remove the twine after roasting and before slicing.
- Where is the Pat LaFrieda USDA Prime Center-Cut Beef Tenderloin cheapest?
- At Amazon, for $40.99, as of our latest check.
- What do buyers say about the Pat LaFrieda USDA Prime Center-Cut Beef Tenderloin?
- Buyers like: Tender and delicious; Easy to prepare; Great for holiday dinners. Common complaints: One reviewer found it had no taste and wasn't juicy; Had to add burgers to reach the 5 lb shipping weight requirement despite ordering a full tenderloin.
- Where can I buy the Pat LaFrieda USDA Prime Center-Cut Beef Tenderloin?
- 2 stores we checked sell it, including lafrieda.com, Amazon.