Holiday-Spiced Roast Beef

1. 1

   In small bowl, stir together cinnamon, cloves and pepper.

2. 2

   Brush roast with oil; rub with spice mixture.

3. 3

   (Roast can be prepared to this point up to 1 day ahead.

4. 4

   Cover and refrigerate).

5. 5

   Heat oven to 400F Spray shallow roasting pan and rack with nonstick cooking spray.

6. 6

   Sprinkle roast with salt; place on rack.

7. 7

   Bake 30 minutes.

8. 8

   Reduce oven temperature to 325F; bake an additional 45-50 minutes until internal temp reaches 125F for medium-rare.

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   Place on cutting board; cover loosely with foil.

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    Let stand 15 minutes.

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    Meanwhile, place roasting pan with drippings over medium heat; add apple cider.

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    Bring to a boil, stirring to scrape up any browned bits from bottom of pan.

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    Boil 2-4 minutes until reduced to 3/4 cup.

14. 14

    Strain; serve sauce with roast.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.