Savory Herb-Crusted Roast Beef
A flavorful herb-crusted roast beef recipe that brings warmth and nostalgia, perfect for family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 105 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None specified
Ingredients
- Beef Roast (3-4 lbs, ribeye, sirloin tip, or top round)
- Fresh Rosemary (2 tablespoons, chopped)
- Fresh Thyme (2 tablespoons, chopped)
- Garlic (4 cloves, minced)
- Olive Oil (3 tablespoons)
- Dijon Mustard (2 tablespoons)
- Salt (2 teaspoons)
- Black Pepper (1 teaspoon)
- Red Wine (1 cup, optional)
Instructions
- Take the beef roast out of the fridge an hour before cooking to reach room temperature.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C) and set a roasting rack in a roasting pan.
- In a bowl, combine rosemary, thyme, garlic, olive oil, mustard, salt, and pepper to create the herb crust mixture.
- Generously coat the roast with the herb mixture.
- Optional: Sear the roast in a hot skillet for 2-3 minutes on each side.
- Place the roast in the oven for 15 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 325°F (163°C) and cook until desired doneness.
- Rest the roast for 15-20 minutes before carving.
- Optional: Deglaze the pan with red wine to make a sauce while the roast rests.
- Carve against the grain and serve.
Notes
Use fresh herbs for optimum flavor. Let the roast rest before carving to keep it juicy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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