Effortless Roast Beef (Eye of the Round)

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 3

Effortless Roast Beef (Eye of the Round) recipe for a stress-free dinner

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

90 min

Ready In

100 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 lbs beef roast ( eye of the round )
	1 can jellied cranberry sauce ( 398 mls , or any type or size )
	1/4 cup soya sauce
	2 green onions , finely chopped
	1 teaspoon ground ginger

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

6-8

Calories

365

Sugar

12g

Fat

13g

Effortless Roast Beef (Eye of the Round) is perfect for a stress-free and delicious dinner option. Eye of the round roast is an inexpensive cut of beef that can be tough if not cooked properly but using the cranberry sauce and soya sauce mixture, the beef can be transformed into a flavorful and juicy roast. Cranberry sauce is usually served alongside turkey at Thanksgiving, but it goes well with beef too! This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, holidays, or even Sunday dinners with family and friends.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.	In a small bowl, mix together the jellied cranberry sauce, soya sauce, green onions, and ginger.
3.	Place the beef roast into a roasting pan and brush the cranberry mixture over the top of the roast.
4.	Roast the beef for approximately 90 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F for medium-rare or 160°F for medium doneness. Cover with foil and let it rest for about 10 minutes before slicing.
5.	Serve and enjoy!

PROS

This recipe requires minimum effort and results in a tender and juicy beef roast that can be easily sliced for serving.

Cranberry sauce and soya sauce mixture add a sweet and savory flavor that compliments beef perfectly.

CONS

Eye of the round is a lean cut of beef, which can be tough if overcooked.
It’s important to cook the beef until it reaches the proper internal temperature and let it rest before carving.

Cranberry sauce might make the beef too sweet for some people’s taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe uses lean beef that is high in protein, low in fat, and rich in essential vitamins and minerals like iron, vitamin B12, and zinc.
Cranberries are high in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that can promote urinary tract health and immune system function.