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Juicy Cranberry Balsamic Roast Beef

Tender roast beef slow-cooked in a sweet and tangy cranberry balsamic glaze for a juicy, festive main dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American, Autumn
Servings 6 people
Calories 380 kcal

Equipment

  • Roasting pan
  • Oven
  • Sharp knife
  • Meat thermometer

Ingredients
  

Roast Beef

  • 3-4 lb beef roast chuck or round
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Cranberry Balsamic Sauce

  • 1 cup cranberries fresh or frozen
  • 0.5 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 0.33 cup beef broth
  • 0.25 cup honey
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Season beef generously with salt and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a roasting pan and sear beef on all sides until browned.
  • Add garlic, cranberries, balsamic vinegar, broth, honey, and mustard to the pan.
  • Return beef to the pan, add rosemary, and cover tightly.
  • Roast for 2½–3 hours until tender, basting occasionally.
  • Rest beef 15 minutes before slicing and serving with sauce.

Notes

For best results, let the roast rest before slicing and serve with extra sauce.
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