Herb-Crusted Roast Beef Recipe

Name: Herb-Crusted Roast Beef
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 1/2 - 5 lbs boneless rump roast; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 2 1/3 cups water, divided; 2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules; 1/4 - 1/3 cup flour

Servings: persons

4 1/2 - 5 lbs boneless rump roast
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon dried basil
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
2 1/3 cups water, divided
2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
1/4 - 1/3 cup flour

1
Put the roast with the fat side up, in an ungreased roasting pan.
2
Mix together the cloves, mustard, lemon juice, oil, and Worcestershire sauce; stir to mix well.
3
Pour over and evenly coat the roast.
4
In a bowl, add the next 6 ingredients; mixing well.
5
Rub herb mixture over roast.
6
Bake roast, uncovered, at 325 degrees for 1 3/4 to 2 1/4 hours or until desired degree of doneness.
7
Remove from oven and place roast on a warm serving platter.
8
Let stand for 10-15 minutes.
9
Add 2 cups water and bouillon granules to pan drippings.
10
Bring mixture to a boil.
11
Mix together flour and 1/3 cup of water; stirring until smooth; gradually add to pan.
12
Cook until bubbly and thickened, stirring constantly.
13
Slice roast and serve with gravy.

113

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 1/2 - 5 lbs boneless rump roast, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Herb-Crusted Roast Beef falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Herb-Crusted Roast Beef

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