Description
Indulge in the savory goodness of this Cranberry Balsamic Roast Beef, where succulent beef meets a tangy-sweet cranberry glaze. Perfect for special occasions or cozy family dinners, this dish is sure to impress with its rich flavors and stunning presentation. Whether you’re looking to wow your guests at a holiday gathering or enjoy a comforting meal at home, this delectable roast will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 lbs beef roast (chuck or sirloin)
- 1 cup cranberry sauce (whole berry preferred)
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 4–5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 large onion (diced)
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion and mincing the garlic.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the beef roast on all sides for about 3-4 minutes until browned.
- Remove the roast and add diced onions and minced garlic to the skillet; sauté until translucent.
- In a bowl, mix cranberry sauce, balsamic vinegar, thyme leaves, salt, and pepper to create the glaze.
- Place the seared roast in a slow cooker or roasting pan; pour the cranberry-balsamic mixture over it.
- Cover tightly with foil and roast at 325°F (160°C) for about 3 hours or until fork-tender (internal temperature of 145°F).
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg