Melt in Your Mouth Roast Beef Recipe (2024)

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This delicious roast beef recipe is the perfect dish for Sunday dinner and one that the whole family loves. This method of cooking creates a juicy, melt in your mouth beef roast that you simply must try!

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In my mind, a roast beef is always the perfect hearty meal for any special occasion. It’s the basis for a ton of our family get togethers and I love that there are literally dozens of tasty recipes that can be created around a melt in your mouth roast beef!

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This easy recipe can be simply paired with garlic mashed potatoes, oven baked carrots, baked sweet potatoes or . Sunday roast is always a favorite around here and a hit with our crowd of teenage boys. You can’d go wrong with meat and potatoes!

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We also love this venison pot roast recipe and delicious beef dip in the crock pot. There are seriously so many different ways to use a large cut of beef.

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We recently ordered a box of organic, locally sourced meat from Tru Local and this roast came with our order. It was one of the best cuts of beef we’ve had in a long time!

We also received short ribs and chicken thighs in the box so we had an entire week of recipe development. We made the most delicious Huli Huli Chicken, Korean Short Ribs and Hawaiian Short Ribs that you simply must check out!

Here’s what we need to get started in cooking the best roast beef!

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Ingredients:

  • 2-3 pound sirloin roast beef*
  • 1/2 cup roast beef rub recipe
  • 3 garlic cloves

*sirloin tip is one of the best cuts of beef to use for a tender pot roast.

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Preparation:

1. Completely defrost the roast beef.

2. Drain and pat the roast dry with paper towel.

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3. Cut each garlic clove into thirds. Cut slits into the beef about one inch deep and several inches apart. Push the garlic gloves into each slit.

Inserting the garlic directly into the meat is a technique that my dad taught me. It helps to infuse the beef with garlic flavour.

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4. Cover the entire roast in a dry rub. Be sure to coat the top, bottom and side of the roast.

5. Insert an oven-safe thermometer fully into the roast beef.

This is the best way to determine when the roast is done.

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6. Place the roast into the pan with a tablespoon of olive oil or cup of beef stock (if desired).

7. Cook at 300 degrees F for about 75 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees F.

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8. Transfer meat to a cutting board and allow it to rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Leftover roast may be kept in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. We like to cook a large roast whenever possible so that we have enough to use for leftovers the next day.

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Leftover roast beef recipes:

  • Use the pan drippings and beef broth to make this homemade beef gravy.
  • Slice the leftover meat thinly to create these delicious roast beef sandwiches.
  • Make a tray of delicious roast beef sliders for your next party or event.
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Tips and tricks:

  • Ribeye roast, rump roast, boneless chuck roast and rib roast are tougher cuts of meat but may be used for this recipe.
  • Red wine or worcestershire sauce may be used in the bottom of the pan and combined with the meat juices to make a gravy later.
  • Our homemade beef rub is easy to make with a combination of spices like black pepper and garlic powder but you can use any rub of your choosing.
  • To make the most tender roast beef, cook at a low temperature for a longer period of time.
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We are suckers for a great sauce paired with a mouth watering roast. I think that this comes from one of our favorite dishes, the tomahawk steak, served at the Modest Butcher. They always serve it with a chimichurri and roasted garlic aioli that is to die for!

This Alabama white sauce and homemade garlic aioli would be great choices for serving with this easy recipe.

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If you’re looking for a delicious, classic recipe to incorporate into your family meal planning then this roast beef should be at the top of your list! This recipe is on our meal plan rotation at least once a month.

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Yield: 8 servings

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes

This delicious roast beef recipe is the perfect dish for Sunday dinner and one that the whole family loves. This method of cooking creates a juicy, melt in your mouth beef roast that you simply must try!

Ingredients

  • 2-3 pound sirloin tip roast
  • 1/2 cup beef roast rub
  • 3 garlic cloves

Instructions

1. Completely defrost the roast beef.

2. Drain and pat the roast dry with paper towel.

3. Cut each garlic clove into thirds. Cut slits into the beef about one inch deep and several inches apart. Push the garlic gloves into each slit.

4. Cover the entire roast in a dry rub. Be sure to coat the top, bottom and side of the roast.

5. Insert an oven-safe thermometer fully into the roast beef.

6. Place the roast into the pan with a tablespoon of olive oil or cup of beef stock (if desired).

7. Cook at 300 degrees F for about 75 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees F.

8. Transfer meat to a cutting board and allow it to rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 8Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 458Total Fat: 27gSaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 173mgSodium: 103mgCarbohydrates: 0gFiber: 0gSugar: 0gProtein: 50g

All values are approximate and based on ingredients used by the recipe writer. Always calculate your own individual nutritional values for the most accurate calculation.

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Melt in Your Mouth Roast Beef Recipe (2024)

FAQs

How to keep roast beef moist and tender? ›

When cooking a roast in the oven, keep it uncovered until roasted to the desired doneness. After removing from the oven, tent with foil and let stand 15 minutes before carving. This allows the juices to redistribute, preventing them from draining out during carving—and preventing dry, disappointing meat.

How to cook a tough beef roast and make it tender? ›

Cook It Slowly

This is certainly true when it comes to notoriously tough cuts of meat like beef brisket and pork shoulder. Cooking these cuts of meat slowly, either by braising, stewing or grill roasting, is the best way to get these tasty cuts of meat meltingly tender.

How do you cook frozen roast beef melt in the mouth? ›

Set the slow cooker to low heat and let it work its magic for 6-8 hours. This slow and gentle cooking will transform your frozen roast beef into a tender, melt-in-your-mouth masterpiece.

Is it better to cook a roast at 325 or 350? ›

When roasting meat and poultry, set the oven temperature to 325°F (163°C) or higher. Explore the charts below to learn how to get great results every time you cook.

Do you put water in the pan when cooking roast beef? ›

How to Roast Beef Like a Pro. Don't crowd your meat in the pan – leaving some space around and under the meat allows it to heat evenly. To give your meat a flavourful crispy exterior, cook uncovered on a rack set in a shallow roasting pan. Don't add water!

Do you cook roast beef covered or uncovered? ›

Remember to reduce the temperature after 20 minutes and deduct the 20 minutes from the total cooking time - leave the oven door open for a couple of minutes to help it cool down. There's no need to cover your beef while it cooks; you want to get a good crust on the outside and foil won't help with this.

What is the secret ingredient to tenderize meat? ›

Whether hosting a holiday cookout, serving up some stir-fry or tackling game meats, baking soda is the go-to meat tenderizer to help make your steak, chicken or turkey silkier, juicier and yummier.

Why is my roast still tough after 8 hours? ›

There are several reasons why this could have happened even after so much cooking. First, your choice of a rump roast could be a factor since cuts from the hind quarter are very muscular and, since muscles are the most resistant to breaking, this cut is quite stubborn when it comes to becoming tender.

What is the best tenderizer for chuck roast? ›

Marinate the meat.

Acidic ingredients like vinegar, lemon juice, and even yogurt have a low pH that can assist in tenderizing your beef.

How do you cook meat so it melts in your mouth? ›

By applying low and slow heat, collagen—the culprit in tougher cuts of meat—melts away and becomes gelatin. The side effect of this process is a silky, melt-in-your-mouth dish that's so tender, you can often break it apart with just a fork.

How long to cook 3 lb frozen roast in the oven? ›

How Minutes Per Pound
Weight of Roast BeefMedium-Rare (30-35 minutes per pound)Medium (40-45 minutes per pound)
2-3 pounds1.5-2 hours2-2.5 hours
4-5 pounds2-2.5 hours2.5-3 hours
6-7 pounds3-3.5 hours3.5-4 hours
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What cut of beef melts in your mouth? ›

The Filet Mignon is the most tender cut of beef - known for its buttery-rich, melt-in-your-mouth texture and mild flavor. It is a highly sought-after cut of steak.

How long to roast a 2 lb roast at 325 degrees? ›

Oven Roasting Guidelines
beef cutSirloin Tip Center Roast
oven temperature (preheated)325°F
weight (pounds)2 to 2-1/2
Approximate Total Cooking TImeMedium Rare: 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours
Internal TEMPERATURE*135°F

How long does a 3 lb roast take to cook at 350 degrees? ›

If you're up for some light math, here's a rule of thumb: For every pound of meat you're roasting at 350°F, it will take approximately 18 minutes for rare, 20 minutes for medium, and 25 minutes for well-done. But your cook time can vary widely based on the cut used.

Does roast get more tender the longer you cook it? ›

Yes, pot roast absolutely becomes more tender the longer it cooks. Roasts are generally made from tougher cuts of meat, such as chuck or brisket, which contain a lot of collagen, connective tissue, and fat. These tougher tissues require a long cooking time to break down and for the collagen to converts into gelatin.

How to stop beef drying out when roasting? ›

Do you cover roast beef when cooking? You should cover a beef roast with kitchen foil for at least part of the cooking time. This stops the roast beef from drying out too much during cooking.

How do you keep roast meat moist? ›

Baste meat every 30 minutes while it cooks to keep it moist.

Use a large spoon or a bulb baster to carefully pour those juices back over the meat. This should help keep it from drying out and make it more flavorful.

How do you roast beef without it being tough? ›

Some cuts are tender and need to be roasted, dry. Other cuts are tougher and need to be cooked at a lower temperature, for longer, covered, and with liquid (water of boullion in the pot). These cuts will be tough if you cook them too quickly, too hot, uncovered, and without liquid.

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