๐ฝ๏ธ Gracie Allen’s Classic Roast Beef Recipe
๐ Cook Time: 6 hours
๐ Prep Time: 5 minutes
๐ Total Time: 6 hours 5 minutes
๐ฅฉ Description: Indulge in the savory delight of Gracie Allen’s Classic Roast Beef, a timeless recipe that promises succulent flavors with every bite. Perfect for any occasion, this dish is sure to become a staple in your culinary repertoire.
๐ Recipe Category: Roast Beef
๐ Keywords: Meat, Very Low Carbs, High Protein, Healthy, High In…, Weeknight, Roast, Oven, Easy
๐ฅฉ Ingredients:
- 2 beef roasts
๐ Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 1618.7
- Fat Content: 53.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 21.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 868.6mg
- Sodium Content: 960.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 0g
- Fiber Content: 0g
- Sugar Content: 0g
- Protein Content: 284.8g
๐ฉโ๐ณ Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Preheat your oven to the desired temperature (typically 325ยฐF or 160ยฐC).
- Ensure your beef roasts are at room temperature for even cooking.
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Seasoning:
- Pat the beef roasts dry with paper towels to remove any excess moisture.
- Season the roasts generously with your favorite blend of spices and herbs. Common choices include salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and thyme.
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Roasting:
- Place the seasoned beef roasts in a roasting pan, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
- Insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of one of the roasts, making sure it does not touch bone or fat.
- Roast the beef in the preheated oven until it reaches your desired level of doneness, typically around 20 minutes per pound for medium-rare. Refer to the table below for approximate cooking times based on roast weight and desired doneness.
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Resting:
- Once the roasts reach the desired doneness, remove them from the oven and transfer them to a cutting board.
- Tent the roasts loosely with aluminum foil and let them rest for 15-20 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful roast.
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Serving:
- After resting, slice the beef roasts against the grain into thin slices.
- Serve the succulent roast beef with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad.
- Enjoy the melt-in-your-mouth goodness of Gracie Allen’s Classic Roast Beef!
๐ฝ๏ธ Recipe Yield: 2 roasts
๐ Approximate Cooking Times for Beef Roasts:
Roast Weight | Rare (125ยฐF / 52ยฐC) | Medium-Rare (135ยฐF / 57ยฐC) | Medium (145ยฐF / 63ยฐC) | Medium-Well (150ยฐF / 66ยฐC) | Well-Done (160ยฐF / 71ยฐC) |
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3-4 lbs | 60-80 minutes | 70-90 minutes | 80-100 minutes | 90-110 minutes | 100-120 minutes |
4-6 lbs | 80-120 minutes | 90-130 minutes | 100-140 minutes | 110-150 minutes | 120-160 minutes |
6-8 lbs | 120-160 minutes | 130-170 minutes | 140-180 minutes | 150-190 minutes | 160-200 minutes |
Note: Cooking times are approximate and may vary based on factors such as oven temperature, roast shape, and desired level of doneness. Always use a meat thermometer to ensure accurate results.