This is the most tender roast beef recipe you’ve ever had. And so easy to make! I know cooking a whole roast beef can sound intimidating, but trust me, it couldn’t be easier! I’ll walk you through all of the steps to make it as simple as possible. This recipe on how to cook melt in the mouth roast beef is gluten free, dairy free, low carb, and can be made Whole30-friendly by subbing extra beef broth for the red wine.
I love a good roast beef dinner for Sunday family dinner or when we are feeding a crowd! It’s even perfect for a special occasion!
A 4 pound roast can stretch a long way. I’d say it’s probably enough for 10 good servings. And if you’re feeding a smaller family, the leftovers are amazing!! Leftover roast beef sandwiches, anyone?? Or dice it up for some delicious steak tacos!
- Salt the roast and let it come to room temp: …
- Preheat the oven to 375°F: …
- Insert slivers of garlic into the roast: …
- Rub the roast with olive oil, then season: …
- Put the roast on the rack with a pan below: …
- Brown at 375°F, then lower the heat to 225°F: …
- Roast to an internal temp of 135°F to 140°F:
Perfect Roast Beef
Roast beef might sound complicated to make, but it’s actually simple! With our tips, you can have a tender, flavorful roast beef for your holiday dinner.
Prep: 2h10min
Total: 4h10min
Yield: 8 serving(s)
Ingredients:
- 1 (4-lb.) round roast
- 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp. chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 tbsp. chopped fresh thyme leaves
- 4 tsp. kosher salt
- 1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
Instruction:
- Recommended: let roast sit uncovered on a wire rack set in a baking sheet in the refrigerator 1 hour, up to overnight.
- Preheat oven to 450°. In a small bowl, combine oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper. Rub all over roast.
- Place roast in roasting pan fitted with a roasting rack. Roast for 15 minutes, then reduce heat to 325° and roast 1 hours 45 minutes more for medium, or 2 hours for medium well done.
- Remove from oven and let rest 15 to 30 minutes before serving.
How to Cook Melt In Your Mouth Roast Beef (easy recipe)
With just 20 minutes of hands-on time, this roast beef recipe couldn’t be easier! It’s super tender and full of flavor. Just perfect for Sunday family dinner or your next party! This recipe is gluten free, paleo, dairy free, keto, low carb, and can be made Whole30. Enjoy!
Prep: 5min
Total: 80min
Yield: 10
Ingredients:
- 4 lb organic beef roast
- 2 Tbsp fine sea salt
- 2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 6 cloves garlic
- 2 Tbsp grass-fed butter
- ½ cup organic beef broth
- ½ cup dry red wine
- 3 sprigs rosemary
- 1 large yellow onion (thinly sliced)
Instruction:
- Remove roast from refrigerator about 2 hours before starting recipe to allow it to come closer to room temperature. It will still be a little cool after 2 hours, but not cold.
- In a small bowl combine salt and pepper.
- Use a sharp, thin knife to make 3 slits on one side of the roast (about 2-3 inches deep), stuff each slit with one garlic clove and some salt and pepper. Flip the roast over and make 3 more slits on the other side and stuff with garlic, salt, and pepper. Rub the remaining salt and pepper over the outside of the roast.
- Preheat oven to 275ºF.
- Melt butter over medium-high heat in an oven-safe skillet (braising pan or cast iron). Sear all sides to brown (for about 15 minutes total). Remove roast to a plate and deglaze the pan with broth and wine.
- Place roast back in pan and place onion slices and rosemary sprigs around it.
- Roast at 275ºF until you get to 115ºF (about 12-15 minutes per pound, so a little less than 1 hour for a 4 lb roast). Make sure you have a meat thermometer on hand!
- Remove to a cutting board, tent loosely with foil, and allow to rest for about 20 minutes. The internal temp will continue to rise as the roast rests. Serving temp should be 130ºF in the center for medium-rare.
- Mix a few teaspoons of arrowroot powder or organic cornstarch with the pan juices to make a gravy. Serve roast beef with gravy and onions.
- Serve with mashed potatoes and my Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts for a delicious meal!
How to Cook Perfect Roast Beef | Jamie Oliver
FAQ
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How long does it take to cook a roast beef in the oven at 350?
Should roast beef be 325 or 350?
| Beef Cut | Weight | Oven Temp. |
|---|---|---|
| 4 to 6 lbs. | 350 F | |
| 8 to 10 lbs. | 350 F | |
| Round Tip Roast | 2.5 to 4lbs. | 325 F |
| 4 to 6 lbs. | 325 F |
Do you put water in the pan when cooking roast beef?
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