You can learn the best way and every detail of how to make the perfect roast beef in the oven. When you use this simple technique for cooking your roast beef in the oven, you will never want to try another way to make a flavorful and juicy tender roast beef. You will have roast beef perfection for any special occasion or Sunday dinner.
When cooking a roast in the oven, keep it uncovered until roasted to the desired doneness. After removing from the oven, tent with foil and let stand 15 minutes before carving. This allows the juices to redistribute, preventing them from draining out during carving—and preventing dry, disappointing meat.
How to Store Leftover Roast Beef
You should store leftover roast beef in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Another option is to tightly wrap it in foil or plastic wrap, but there is a higher chance air will get in and deteriorate its quality, so a container is best. Allow it to fully cool before you transfer it to the refrigerator.
Wait Before You Carve the Roast
So you have cooked your roast perfectly; what should you do now? Wait for 15 to 30 minutes. Why should you wait? This will give the meat a chance to rest.
What does it mean to rest a roast? It means that the juices within the roast will get an opportunity to redistribute within the roast.
This has a few advantages. You can prepare the gravy, set the table, or even make some Yorkshire pudding while the meat is resting.
You can cut it immediately when you remove it from the oven, but if you wait a few minutes, it will pay off. So when you pull the roast out of the oven cover it with foil and let it rest before carving it up.
You can sear the beef if you like. Searing can help brown the roast on the outside. Some people believe this gives the roast a better flavor. I am not entirely satisfied if it enhances the flavor, but it makes the beef look wonderful and brown.
To sear the beef, I suggest an iron skillet. I add some oil to the pan, and a good tablespoon. I like to use an oil that has a high smoke point. So something like canola or your generic vegetable oil will be perfect. Fancy olive oil tends to burn at a lower temperature, so it isn’t ideal for this use.
Season the meat, and put it into the hot skillet with the hot oil. Let the meat rest there for a couple of minutes on each side.
If you try to move the meat around initially, it will stick. It is counter-intuitive to wait. When the meat is brown, it will let you pull it to flip it to the other side.
Continue this process until all sides are browned. This step is not necessary for this recipe.
Why would you truss a roast? You can truss a roast to help force it into a more smooth shape. This will contribute to cooking the roast evenly.
It also can make the roast easier to slice when it comes time to slice the beef.
Did you know that often you can ask the butcher to truss the roast for you? You can also truss the roast yourself with some butcher’s string that is sold in most grocery stores.
EASY OVEN COOKED Tender Beef Roast
FAQ
Should you bake a roast beef covered or uncovered?
What happens if you don’t cover a roast?
What does covering a roast do?
Is it better to cook a roast at 325 or 350?
Should you cover a beef roast in the oven?
Yes, you should cover a beef roast in the oven, especially if you are cooking it low and slow. Covering the roast helps to retain the moisture and flavor of the meat, making it tender and juicy. However, it is important to uncover the roast for the last 15-30 minutes of cooking time to allow the outside to brown and develop a crust.
How long should you cover a beef roast before cooking?
If you are cooking a beef roast, a general rule of thumb is to cover it for the first third of the cooking time. For example, if you are cooking a 3-pound roast, you would cover it for the first hour. After that, you would uncover it and continue cooking until the desired internal temperature is reached.
Why should you cover a pot roast in the oven?
Covering the pot roast in the oven traps the moisture and steam inside, which helps to distribute heat evenly throughout the meat. This creates a moist environment, which leads to the beef retaining its juices, making it flavorful and succulent. Additionally, the vegetables and broth used in the recipe also benefit from this moist cooking method.
Should you cover a roast with a lid or foil?
When you cover the meat with a lid or foil, the steam and heat generated inside the pot create a moist environment, which helps to keep the roast juicy and tender. This method can also help to infuse the roast with more flavor as the meat breaks down and absorbs the liquid and spices in the pot.