Cranberry Balsamic Roast Beef
Cranberry Balsamic Roast Beef is a delightful dish that combines succulent beef with a tangy cranberry and balsamic glaze, perfect for any special occasion. The tender meat absorbs the sweet-tart flavors, creating a memorable centerpiece for family dinners and holiday feasts. With its inviting aroma and rich taste, this roast will surely impress your guests while being simple enough for home cooks to master.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lb beef roast (chuck or eye round)
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary (chopped)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a bowl, mix cranberries, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Pat the beef roast dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the beef on all sides until browned (3-4 minutes each side).
- Place the seared beef in a roasting pan and pour the marinade over it. Cover with foil.
- Roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour or until desired doneness is reached.
- Let the roast rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (113g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg