Name: Simple Oven Roast Beef
Cook time: 3 h
Total time: 3 h
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: Other

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April 29, 2025

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This roast beef could not be easier to make, and leftovers make for great sandwiches.

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Simple Oven Roast Beef

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Ingredients

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Instructions

Season the beef liberally on all sides with the salt and pepper. Allow beef to stand at room temperature for 30 minutes before roasting.

Preheat the oven to 400°F.

Line a roasting pan with aluminum foil and position a roasting rack inside.

Set beef in center of roasting rack. Rub the exposed surface with olive oil. Sprinkle the top with garlic powder, if desired.

Roast the beef on middle rack of oven for 20 minutes.

Reduce the oven temperature to 250°F. Continue roasting until meat reaches an internal temperature of 135-140°F for medium doneness, 90-120 minutes.

Check to see that beef is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed. Allow beef to rest for 10 minutes. The internal temperature should reach 145°F.

Transfer beef to a serving platter. Carve and serve.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Meat Selection Mastery 🥩
Choose a bottom round roast with minimal visible fat marbling and consistent thickness to ensure even cooking and tender results.
Oil Massage Technique 🫒
Thoroughly massage the olive oil into the meat before seasoning to help spices adhere and create a beautiful, flavorful crust.
Room Temperature Prep 🌡️
Allow the beef to sit at room temperature for 30-45 minutes before roasting to ensure more uniform cooking and prevent tough, uneven texture.
Rack Roasting Secret 🍽️
Use a wire rack inside your roasting pan to elevate the meat, allowing hot air to circulate evenly and prevent soggy bottom sides.
Slice Against the Grain 🔪
When serving, always slice the roast beef against the muscle grain to break down tough muscle fibers and ensure maximum tenderness.