Perfect Roast Beef Recipe: Tender, Juicy & Flavorful Beef

{'@type': 'HowToStep', 'name': 'Prepare Roast', 'text': 'Remove beef roast from refrigerator 1.5-2 hours before cooking to reach room temperature. Pat thoroughly dry with paper towels.'}

{'@type': 'HowToStep', 'name': 'Season Roast', 'text': 'Rub roast with 2 tbsp olive oil. Season generously with 1 tbsp coarse sea salt, 1 tsp black pepper, 4-6 smashed garlic cloves, 2 sprigs rosemary, and 4 sprigs thyme.'}

{'@type': 'HowToStep', 'name': 'Prepare Roasting Pan (Optional)', 'text': 'If making gravy, place 1 quartered onion, 2 chopped carrots, and 2 chopped celery stalks in a sturdy roasting pan.'}

{'@type': 'HowToStep', 'name': 'Sear Beef', 'text': 'Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear roast aggressively on all sides for 2-3 minutes per side until a deep, dark brown crust forms. Transfer to the prepared roasting pan if not using an oven-safe skillet.'}

{'@type': 'HowToStep', 'name': 'Roast Beef', 'text': 'Immediately transfer roast to the preheated 450°F oven. Roast for 15-20 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 325°F (160°C) and continue roasting until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 120-135°F (49-57°C) (125-130°F for medium-rare is recommended). Rely on thermometer, not just time.'}

{'@type': 'HowToStep', 'name': 'Rest Roast', 'text': 'Remove roast from oven. Transfer to a cutting board, tent loosely with foil, and let rest for 20-30 minutes. (Internal temperature will rise 5-10°F during rest, known as carry-over cooking).'}

{'@type': 'HowToStep', 'name': 'Make Gravy (Optional)', 'text': 'While roast rests, pour off excess fat from roasting pan, leaving ~2 tbsp drippings. Place pan over medium heat. Whisk in 2 tbsp all-purpose flour for 1-2 minutes until a roux forms. Slowly whisk in 2 cups low-sodium beef broth and ½ cup non-alcoholic red wine alternative (or additional beef broth + splash balsamic vinegar), scraping up browned bits. Simmer for 5-10 minutes until thickened. Strain for smoothness if desired. Season to taste with salt and pepper.'}

{'@type': 'HowToStep', 'name': 'Slice & Serve', 'text': 'Slice roast thinly against the grain. Serve immediately with warm pan gravy and your favorite sides. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days; reheat gently or serve cold.'}