Traditional Roast Beef With Gravy

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350F.

2. 2

   Rub outside of meat with pepper, salt and garlic.

3. 3

   Place on a rack in a baking dish; pour 1/3 cup water into bottom of baking dish.

4. 4

   Roast beef, allowing 25 minutes per pound for medium rare, a little longer for well done.

5. 5

   Cover loosely with foil.

6. 6

   Stand for 15 minutes before carving.

7. 7

   To prepare gravy: drain off all except 1 tblsp of fat from the baking dish.

8. 8

   Place dish over a low heat.

9. 9

   Add flour and stir well to incorporate all the bits and pieces in the dish.

10. 10

    Cook, stirring constantly, over medium heat until well-browned, taking care not to burn.

11. 11

    Combine wine, stock and tomato paste.

12. 12

    Gradually stir into flour mixture.

13. 13

    Heat, stirring constantly, until gravy boils and thickens.

14. 14

    Cook for about 3 minutes.

15. 15

    Season to taste.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.