Description
This Christmas Roast Beef recipe delivers a tender, flavorful centerpiece perfect for festive gatherings. The beef is seasoned with garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper, then slow-roasted to a juicy medium-rare perfection. Ideal for holiday feasts, it pairs beautifully with classic sides to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 lbs beef roast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 sprigs rosemary, chopped
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 cup beef broth
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the optimal temperature for roasting.
- Season the Beef: Rub the beef roast thoroughly with olive oil, salt, and black pepper to prepare it for seasoning.
- Prepare Herb Mixture: In a small bowl, mix minced garlic, chopped rosemary, and thyme; then rub this aromatic mixture all over the roast, enhancing flavor.
- Set the Roast in Pan: Place the seasoned beef roast into a roasting pan and pour 1 cup of beef broth around it to keep the meat moist during roasting.
- Roast the Beef: Place the pan in the preheated oven and roast for about 2 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 135°F (57°C) for a perfect medium-rare finish.
- Rest the Roast: Remove the roast from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes. This allows juices to redistribute for a juicy, tender slice.
- Slice and Serve: After resting, slice the beef against the grain and serve with your favorite holiday sides.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure precise doneness: 130°F for rare, 135°F for medium-rare, 145°F for medium.
- Resting the beef is crucial to keep it juicy and flavorful.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- For extra flavor, consider marinating the beef overnight with the herbs and garlic mixture.
- Adjust roasting time based on the size and shape of your beef roast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Christmas roast beef, holiday beef roast, flavorful beef roast, roasted beef dinner, Christmas main dish
