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Christmas Roast

A succulent and flavorful Christmas Roast perfect for holiday dinners, served with roasted vegetables and herbs.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Main Roast
  • 4-5 lb beef roast ribeye, sirloin, or prime rib
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 2 tsp rosemary fresh, chopped
  • 2 tsp thyme fresh, chopped
Vegetables
  • 4 large carrots peeled and chopped
  • 3 medium potatoes peeled and chopped
  • 2 large onions quartered
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Roasting pan
  • Meat thermometer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a roasting pan with a rack.
  2. Rub beef roast with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, rosemary, and thyme.
  3. Toss carrots, potatoes, and onions with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Arrange around roast.
  4. Roast beef for 20 minutes per pound for medium-rare, or until internal temperature reaches 130–135°F (54–57°C).
  5. Baste occasionally with pan juices to maintain moisture.
  6. Remove roast from oven, tent with foil, and rest for 20–25 minutes.
  7. Slice against the grain and serve with roasted vegetables, garnished with fresh herbs.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to ensure perfect doneness. Optionally add red wine to pan for gravy.