Easy Roast Beef and Pan Gravy for Beginners
A simple and foolproof roast beef recipe with a rich, homemade pan gravy. Perfect for beginners!
Ingredients
- 3-4 lb beef roast (sirloin, ribeye, or chuck)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup water (or more broth for richer flavor)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Rub the beef roast with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Place the roast in a roasting pan with a rack and pour the beef broth into the pan.
- Roast for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 135°F (medium-rare) or 145°F (medium).
- Remove the roast from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes before slicing.
- While the roast rests, prepare the gravy: place the roasting pan on the stovetop over medium heat.
- Whisk in the flour, stirring constantly until lightly browned.
- Slowly add water or more broth, whisking to create a smooth gravy.
- Simmer for 5 minutes, adjusting seasoning if needed.
- Serve the sliced roast beef with warm pan gravy.
Notes
Allowing the roast to rest before slicing helps retain its juices and ensures a tender bite.