Description
Cranberry balsamic roast beef delivers a mouthwatering main course that brings together tangy and rich flavors for an unforgettable dinner. Your family will devour this tender, juicy roast that combines sweet cranberries with deep balsamic notes in one delicious centerpiece.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 3 lbs boneless beef roast (chuck or sirloin)
Sauce and Seasoning:
- 1 cup cranberry sauce
- ½ cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Fire up your oven to precisely 350°F, ensuring the rack sits in the center position for even heating.
- Whisk together 1 cup cranberry sauce, ½ cup balsamic vinegar, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and ½ tsp black pepper in a mixing bowl until completely blended.
- Pat your 3-4 lb beef roast dry with paper towels, then generously season all surfaces with 2 tsp salt and 1 tsp pepper.
- Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat for 3 minutes until smoking hot, then sear the roast for 3-4 minutes per side to develop a rich golden-brown crust.
- Transfer the browned roast into a deep ceramic baking dish, then drizzle the entire cranberry-balsamic mixture evenly over the meat.
- Sprinkle 2 tbsp fresh chopped rosemary across the roast’s surface for aromatic depth.
- Tightly seal the baking dish with heavy-duty aluminum foil to trap moisture and prevent drying.
- Roast in the 350°F oven for 2 hours, checking the internal temperature reaches exactly 135°F for perfect medium-rare doneness.
- Remove from the oven and let the roast rest undisturbed on your countertop for 15 minutes, allowing juices to redistribute throughout the meat.
Notes
- Searing the beef creates a flavorful crust that locks in juices, so take time to brown each side carefully.
- Letting the roast rest after cooking allows the meat to redistribute its juices, ensuring each slice stays tender and moist.
- Use a meat thermometer for precise doneness, as cooking times can vary depending on roast size and oven performance.
- Fresh rosemary adds wonderful depth, but dried rosemary works well if fresh isn’t available, just use about one-third the amount.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Roasted
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg