Description
Tender and flavorful, this Cranberry Balsamic Roast Beef combines the tangy sweetness of cranberries with the rich depth of balsamic vinegar, creating an unforgettable dish perfect for holidays or an elevated family dinner.
Ingredients
3 lb beef roast (sirloin, chuck, or your preferred cut)
1 cup fresh cranberries (or 1/2 cup cranberry sauce)
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup beef broth
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a saucepan, simmer cranberries, balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic, rosemary, salt, and pepper over medium heat until cranberries burst and sauce thickens slightly (5-7 minutes). Add beef broth and cook for 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Season beef roast with salt and pepper, then sear on all sides until browned (4-5 minutes per side).
- Pour cranberry-balsamic sauce over the roast. Transfer skillet to the oven.
- Roast for 1.5 to 2 hours, basting with sauce every 30 minutes, until desired doneness (135°F for medium-rare, 145°F for medium).
- Let the roast rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with cranberry-balsamic sauce.
Notes
Variations: Substitute beef with pork tenderloin or chicken. Use dried or canned cranberries if fresh are unavailable.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Reheating: Reheat with sauce in a skillet over low heat for best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 50 minutes (including searing and roasting)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 350 kcal
