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
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Once the beef is done, transfer it to a cutting board and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
- 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.
- 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.
- Slice the roast beef into thin slices and serve with the Yorkshire pudding.
- Enjoy your delicious roast beef and Yorkshire pudding!