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Cranberry Balsamic Roast Beef

Cranberry Balsamic Roast Beef for Your Holiday Feast

Cranberry Balsamic Roast Beef is a delectable centerpiece that brings family and friends together for the holidays.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Beef
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 lb Beef roast Substitutions like chuck roast or rump roast work well too!
For the Glaze
  • 2 cups Fresh or frozen cranberries Frozen may take longer to cook.
  • 1/2 cup Balsamic vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be an alternative.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Garlic powder can be used as a substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Brown sugar Can be swapped for honey or maple syrup.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme Fresh thyme can be used; adjust the amount.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper White pepper can be used for a milder taste.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Saucepan
  • Oven
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather your ingredients and prepare your workspace.
  2. Generously season your beef roast with salt and black pepper, coating evenly on all sides.
  3. Sear the beef roast in a hot skillet or roasting pan for 2-3 minutes on all sides until deep brown.
  4. In a saucepan, combine cranberries, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, brown sugar, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Simmer over medium heat for 5-7 minutes.
  5. Remove the beef from the skillet, let it rest for 5 minutes, then coat it with the cranberry balsamic glaze.
  6. Place the glazed beef in the preheated oven and roast for 45-60 minutes, basting every 15 minutes.
  7. After roasting, allow the beef to rest for 10-15 minutes, then slice against the grain and serve with the remaining glaze.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 15mg

Notes

You can easily substitute different meats or experiment with various fruit preserves. For a richer sauce, simmer pan juices after roasting.

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