| 1. |
Pre-heat the oven to 350 °F (175 °C). |
| 2. |
Bring water to a boil in a small saucepan. |
| 3. |
Immerse the onions in the boiling water for about 2 minutes, then shock them with cold water. Cut off the root tip of each onion and squeeze onion out of the skin. |
| 4. |
Heat a tablespoon of the olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat. |
| 5. |
Add the shallots and sauté for about 2 minutes or until tender. |
| 6. |
Rub the beef with olive oil. Combine the rosemary, garlic, salt, pepper, and orange zest and pat the mixture onto the beef. |
| 7. |
Increase the heat under the skillet to high and sear the beef on all sides. Add the pearl onions and place the skillet directly in the oven. |
| 8. |
Roast until a thermometer reads 145° F (60° C) for medium-rare. |
