Classic Roast Beef with Perfectly Crispy Yorkshire Pudding

This recipe for classic roast beef and Yorkshire pudding is perfect for a special Sunday dinner or any occasion that calls for a comforting and flavorful meal. The roast beef is tender and juicy, seasoned with a fragrant blend of herbs and spices. The Yorkshire pudding is light and airy, with a crispy exterior that complements the succulent beef. With a preparing time of around 3 hours, this recipe is worth the effort, and the result is a truly satisfying dish that will impress your guests.

Ingredients

• 3 pounds beef roast (such as rib or sirloin)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• 4 eggs
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup pan drippings (from the roast beef)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Rub the beef roast with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, dried thyme, dried rosemary, and paprika. Place the seasoned roast on a rack in a roasting pan.
3. Roast the beef for 20 minutes per pound for medium-rare doneness or adjust the cooking time to your desired level of doneness. For example, for a 3-pound roast, cook for 60 minutes for medium-rare.
4. While the beef is roasting, prepare the Yorkshire pudding batter. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, flour, milk, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined. Let the batter rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
5. Once the beef is done, transfer it to a cutting board and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
6. Increase the oven temperature to 450°F (230°C). Pour the pan drippings from the roast beef into a 9x13-inch baking dish and place it in the oven for 5 minutes to heat up.
7. Carefully remove the hot baking dish from the oven and pour the Yorkshire pudding batter into the dish. Return the dish to the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the pudding is puffed and golden brown.
8. Slice the roast beef into thin slices and serve with the Yorkshire pudding.
9. Enjoy your delicious roast beef and Yorkshire pudding!

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