Beef Roast

Name: Beef Roast
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Ingredients: 4-5 pound Boneless Top Round Roast; 4 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder; 1 teaspoon Onion Powder; 2 cups Beef Drippings or Broth; 1/2 cup Dry Red Wine (optional); 3 Tablespoons All Purpose Flour; 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder; 2 teaspoons Worcestershire Sauce; Salt and Pepper (to taste)

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This Beef Roast is cooked low and slow to create a tender cut of beef that melts in your mouth with every bite! Enjoy this roast with your favorite sides.

Sliced roast beef garnished with parsley on a white oval plate, placed on a table with a red-checkered cloth. In the background, there's a bowl of mashed potatoes and a gravy boat.

We love making Beef Roast for a an easy Sunday Night Dinner. If you have made our Crock Pot Chuck Roast Recipe, Dill Pickle Slow Cooker Pot Roast Christmas Roast or our 3 Packet Roast, then you will love this Beef Roast Recipe.

This roast cooks so tender and juicy and with the best browned crust. It is easy to slice and serve with many sides for a meal my entire family loves. If you are looking to change up your roast recipe, try this slow roasted roast.

Why This Recipe Works
Ingredients
How to Make a Beef Roast
Beef Roast Recipe Tips
What To Do With Leftover Beef Roast?
What to Serve with Beef Roast?
Frequently Asked Questions
Beef Roast Recipe

Why This Recipe Works

This large cut of meat that cooks easily in the oven, makes dinnertime a breeze. We love the simple spices and how we can change it to what we have on hand. We have added in a tsp of dried herbs such as thyme or fresh rosemary sprigs for a delicious variation.

This incredible flavorful roast recipe is perfect to use with any type of roast and the leftovers taste even better.

Ingredients

Boneless Top Round Roast – Use a cut of beef of your choice. We usually get about a 6 lb roast to feed my large family.
Olive Oil – Use oil of your choice
Garlic Powder – If you are out, see The Best Garlic Powder Substitute. We have also used fresh garlic cloves
Onion Powder – Check out the Best Onion Powder Substitutes if you are out
Beef Drippings – You can also use Beef Broth
Worcestershire Sauce – See The Best Worcestershire Sauce Substitutes if you are out

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How to Make a Beef Roast

A raw beef roast sits on a metal rack inside a roasting pan. A checkered kitchen towel is placed beside the pan on the light-colored surface.

Step 1 – Let the roast sit at room temperature for 2 hours before cooking. Preheat the oven to 450°F. Place the beef roast on a wire rack inside a large roasting pan or baking sheet.

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Step 2 – In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder and onion powder.

A raw beef roast in a metal roasting pan on a rack. A wooden-handled brush resting on the meat applies marinade. A red and white checkered cloth is partially visible on the side.

Step 3 – Rub this mixture on the outside of the roast. Place the roast in the preheated oven and cook at 450°F for 15 minutes to sear and create a golden crust.Remove the roast from the oven and cover loosely with foil. Let it rest for 15 minutes before slicing. Prepare the gravy while the beef is resting.

A pot containing a mixture of brown liquid and flour with a whisk resting inside. The pot is on a white surface next to a red-checkered cloth.

Step 4 – Remove any dripping from the roasting pan and add beef broth to the dripping to make approximately 2 cups. Pour a small amount of beef drippings into a sauce pan (just enough so that the flour doesn’t burn). Add the tbsp flour and sauté for 1-2 minutes.

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Step 5 – Add the wine to the pan (if using). Turn the heat up to high and cook the liquid for 1 minute while whisking.

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Step 6 – Then stir in the remaining beef drippings/broth, garlic powder and Worcestershire sauce. Bring the mixture to a low simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes until the mixture thickens to a gravy consistency.

Step 7 – Taste test the gravy and season with salt and pepper based on your preference.
Step 8 – After the tender roast beef has rested, slice the roast and serve with the gravy on top. Enjoy!

Beef Roast Recipe Tips

Searing Roast – For a more pronounced crust, you can sear the roast in a hot skillet before applying the rub and roasting. Just make sure to pat the roast dry before searing to get a good crust!
Resting Roast – Don’t skip the resting step! This keeps the roast juicy and tender.
Cooking Roast – Cooking time will vary depending on your oven and the size of your roast. We recommend using a instant-read thermometer to cook the roast to your preferred internal temp. You want the internal temperature to at least be at 125 degrees for a medium-rare cut or 135 degrees for medium. This will give your roast a nice pink center.

What To Do With Leftover Beef Roast?

If you are anything like my family, we love to take our leftovers and create another meal. This helps us to save money and make a delicious quick meal on a busy weeknight. Try these recipes with your beef leftovers.

Close-up of gravy being poured from a white gravy boat over a thick slice of roast beef, accompanied by a serving of creamy mashed potatoes. A sprig of parsley adds a touch of garnish on the plate.

What to Serve with Beef Roast?

This beef roast is delicious served with your favorite side dish recipes. These are ours and a must anytime I make this delicious beef roast.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Best Cut of Meat for Beef Roast?

In this recipe we used a Top Round Roast but other options include tenderloin prime rib roast, bottom round, tri tip, rump roast, eye of the round, top sirloin roast, chuck roast or ribeye roast. These cuts of beef with tough connective tissue have good marbling which keeps them tender and full of flavor when cooking on low.

How Long Should Roast Be Cooked For?

We long start off by cooking the roast at a high temperature which creates the best crust for about 15 minutes. It is then cook at a low temperature for about an hour or until it is cook through.

How to Store Leftover Roast Beef

Store the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the refrigerator.

Can I Freeze Leftover Roast Beef?

Yes, leftover roast freezes great. We like to slice the beef in individual portions. After it has cooled to room temperature, wrap in plastic wrap and then foil and place in a freezer safe container. Thaw in the fridge overnight when ready to reheat.

How to Reheat Leftovers

Reheat the leftovers in a preheated oven at 325 degrees for about 10 minutes. If you need to reheat quickly, you can place in the microwave to reheat for about 1-2 minutes.