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Cranberry Balsamic Roast Beef - Easy and Flavorful

This easy roast beef recipe is packed with flavor, featuring a rich cranberry balsamic glaze. Perfect for holiday dinner ideas or a hearty family meal.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time3 hours
Total Time3 hours 15 minutes
Course: Dinners
Cuisine: American
Keywords: easy recipes for dinner, easy recipes with beef, easy roast beef recipe, family dinner recipes, holiday dinner ideas, quick roast beef recipe, slow cooker beef recipes
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Clara

Ingredients

  • 1 (3-4 lb) beef roast (such as chuck or top round)
  • 1 cup cranberry sauce
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup beef broth

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together cranberry sauce, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic, thyme, and rosemary.
  3. Season the roast with salt and pepper, then sear on all sides in a hot skillet.
  4. Place the roast in a roasting pan and pour the cranberry balsamic mixture over the top.
  5. Add beef broth to the pan, cover with foil, and roast for 2.5-3 hours, or until tender.
  6. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with extra sauce from the pan.

Notes

For a slow cooker version, cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 4-5 hours.