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Garlic Herb Eye of Round Roast
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Instructions
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Remove roast from refrigerator and allow to rest at room temperature for 30-45 minutes before roasting.
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Preheat oven to 500 degrees F.
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Pat roast dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
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Season all sides of roast with Kosher salt and ground black pepper.
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Coat the entire roast with 4 tablespoons of herb butter.
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Place roast, fat side up, on a rack in a roasting pan.
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Roast for 15 minutes.
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Reduce heat to 300 degrees F and roast for an additional 40-50 minutes, or until a meat thermometer reads 135 degrees F.
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Place your roast on a rack in a roasting pan with the fat cap side facing up.
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Remove roast from the oven, cover with foil and allow to rest for 15 minutes.
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Slice roast against the grain into 1/4 inch thick slices.
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Serve with beef gravy.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Dry Brine with Kosher Salt 🧂Apply kosher salt generously 24 hours before cooking to break down muscle fibers and lock in moisture, resulting in an incredibly tender and flavorful roast.
- Sear Before Roasting 🔥Create a golden crust by searing all sides of the eye of round in a hot pan for 2-3 minutes per side before roasting, which develops deeper flavor through the Maillard reaction.
- Herb Butter Application 🧈Spread softened herb butter under and over the roast before cooking, allowing it to penetrate the meat fibers and infuse every slice with garlic and herb flavor.
- Low and Slow Roasting 🌡 ️Roast at 325°F and pull the meat at 130-135°F internal temperature for medium-rare; this prevents overcooking the lean eye of round while keeping it perfectly juicy.
- Strategic Resting Period ⏱️Rest the roast for 10-15 minutes after cooking tented with foil to allow carryover cooking and redistribute juices throughout the meat before slicing and serving.
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