Roasting the Tenderloin. We cooked the beef tenderloin at 350Â°F for about 60 min. until the temperature at the thickest part of the roast reached 135Â°F. After removing it from the oven and covering with tinfoil, we let it rest for approximately 15 minutes.
1 Slab granite countertops--solid pieces of granite custom cut to the width and shape of a countertop -- cost $60-$100 per square foot depending on the color and rarity of the granite, the style of edging. 2  Expect to pay $1,800-$3,000 for a typical kitchen, installed. Granite-cutting circular saw blades cost about $20; granite-cutting drill bits cost about $10. 2  Most granite countertops require frequent resealing treatments to avoid damage to the surface. 3  Sealant costs $15-$20 per ounce; one ounce treats 50 square feet of countertop.
In most cases, granite slab countertops should also be installed by a pro. Granite Countertop Costs. This is where granite slabs have a distinct advantage. As we noted, the installed price for slab granite countertops is $80-$150 per square foot. The granite tile installation costs can be as low as $50, though up to $75 is fairly common too. The material costs less because the tiles can be produced from smaller pieces of granite.