Description
Jalapeno Popper Beef Loin is a mouthwatering dish that combines the tender richness of beef with a creamy, spicy filling that will ignite your taste buds. This impressive centerpiece is perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. With layers of cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and jalapenos, each bite delivers a flavor explosion that’s sure to be a hit. The easy preparation steps make it accessible for home cooks of all levels, while the stunning presentation will leave everyone in awe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 center-cut beef loin (about 3 pounds)
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 8 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
- 1 tablespoon dry ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup cheddar cheese (freshly shredded)
- 2 medium jalapeno peppers (finely diced)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F.
- Butterfly the beef loin by cutting lengthwise, then open like a book.
- Pound the beef to an even thickness of about â…“ inch and season with salt and pepper.
- Layer cooked bacon strips over the beef.
- Mix cream cheese with ranch seasoning and spread over bacon; top with cheddar and jalapenos.
- Roll the beef tightly, secure with twine, and sear in an oven-safe skillet with olive oil until brown on all sides.
- Transfer to the oven and roast until internal temperature reaches 145°F (about 25-30 minutes).
- Let rest before slicing and serving warm.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg