Description
A classic Christmas roast beef recipe with tips and tricks for a perfect holiday meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (4-5 lb) beef rib roast
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp kosher salt
- 1 tbsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp rosemary
- 1 tbsp thyme
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Rub the beef with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, rosemary, and thyme.
- Place the roast on a rack in a roasting pan, fat side up.
- Roast for 15 minutes, then reduce heat to 325°F (165°C).
- Cook for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until internal temperature reaches 135°F (57°C) for medium-rare.
- Remove from oven, cover loosely with foil, and rest for 15-20 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer for accurate doneness.
- Letting the roast rest ensures juicier meat.
- For extra flavor, add chopped onions and carrots to the roasting pan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Christmas roast beef, holiday beef recipe, roast beef tips