Savory Cranberry Balsamic Roast Beef for Festive Feasts

This Cranberry Balsamic Roast Beef is a flavorful centerpiece perfect for holiday gatherings, offering a sweet and tangy glaze that enhances the juicy beef.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 1

Resting Time 15

Total Time 1 30

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Roast

3-4 pounds Beef Roast boneless sirloin tip, eye of round, or chuck roast; opt for beef tenderloin for a premium experience
3 tablespoons Olive Oil or any neutral oil
to taste Salt
to taste Black Pepper

For the Glaze

1/2 cup Cranberry Sauce jellied or whole berry types, or homemade
1/4 cup Balsamic Vinegar good-quality for best results
2 tablespoons Brown Sugar packed
1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard or spicy brown mustard as an alternative

Equipment

Oven
roasting pan
Meat Thermometer
Mixing bowl

Method

Cooking Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Rub the beef roast with olive oil, seasoning with salt and black pepper.
Whisk together cranberry sauce, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard for the glaze.
Coat the roast with half of the glaze and place in a roasting pan.
Roast for about 1 hour, basting with remaining glaze halfway through.
Check internal temperature aiming for 130-135°F (54-57°C) for medium-rare.
Tent with foil and let rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
Slice the roast against the grain and serve with any remaining glaze.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gCalcium: 2mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For best results, let the roast rest before cutting and use a meat thermometer for precision.

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