Savory Tenderloin Roast with Potatoes and Carrots

It will melt in your mouth.  Your family and friends will think this is a little slice of heaven as you carve this tender; moist and delicious roast as part of your holiday celebration.  

Ingredients:

1  (2-1/4 pound) boneless tenderloin roast

6  medium potatoes, whole with skins

3  cups baby carrots, whole

1/4  cup sweet onion, thinly sliced

2  tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

1/2  teaspoon dried basil

1/2  teaspoon dried oregano

1  cup water

1  teaspoon salt

1/2  teaspoon pepper

Preparation:

Place roast in a shallow roasting pan; add potatoes and carrots.  Brush top of meat and vegetables with olive oil; sprinkle with chopped onions, seasonings, salt and pepper; add water.  Cover and bake at 350 degrees for 2-1/2 hours.  Uncover; bake 30 minutes longer or until meat is done and vegetables are tender.  Carve into thin slices. 

Yield:  6 - 8 servings.