Description
This Cranberry Roast Beef recipe combines the savory richness of roast beef with the sweet and tart flavors of cranberries, perfect for a festive meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 lb Beef Roast (such as chuck or rump)
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 large Onion, chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 cup Fresh Cranberries
- 1 cup Beef Broth
- 1/2 cup Dry Red Wine (optional)
- 2 tbsp Brown Sugar
- 1 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar
- 1 tsp Dried Rosemary
- 1 tsp Dried Thyme
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Season the roast generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot over medium-high heat. Sear the roast on all sides until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the roast and set aside.
- Add chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in fresh cranberries, beef broth, red wine (if using), brown sugar, balsamic vinegar, rosemary, and thyme. Bring to a simmer.
- Return the roast to the pot. The liquid should come about halfway up the side of the roast. If not, add more broth.
- Cover the pot and transfer to the preheated oven.
- Roast for 3-4 hours, or until the roast is fork-tender. Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer; it should reach 190-200°F (88-93°C).
- Remove the roast from the pot and let it rest for 15 minutes before slicing.
- While the roast rests, skim off any excess fat from the sauce. If desired, you can thicken the sauce by simmering it on the stovetop for a few minutes until it reduces and thickens.
- Slice the roast and serve with the cranberry sauce.
Notes
- For a thicker sauce, you can remove the roast and simmer the sauce on the stovetop for a few minutes to reduce and thicken it.
- Leftover roast beef is delicious in sandwiches or salads.
- Feel free to add other vegetables, such as carrots and celery, to the pot during the last hour of cooking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3-4 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Protein: 40g
