Guide to Degrees of Beef Doneness: Steaks, Roasts, Meatloaf, etc.
With so many different kinds of beef, knowing the proper degrees of beef doneness is essential if you want to stay safe and maximize flavor! Here is everything you need to know about cooking beef to temp following USDA recommendations!
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Instructions
To begin, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). If your roast is not already tied, use kitchen twine and tie it around the roast in 3-inch sections. Then, spread the pot roast seasoning all over the roast, lightly pressing it into the meat.
Once seasoned, place your roast onto a roasting rack and place it in a roasting pan. If the oven is preheated, place your roast on the center rack of the oven and roast for 60 minutes (20 minutes per pound). For a medium roast, remove the roast from the oven when the internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C).
Remove the roast from the oven and tent a piece of foil loosely over it. Let the roast rest for 15-20 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
To help the roast cook evenly, it's best to set it on the counter to come to room temperature for 30-45 minutes.
Remove the roast from the oven 5 degrees short of your desired temp because it will continue to cook slightly as it is resting (also known as "carryover cooking").
You may sear the roast in a skillet over medium-high heat before cooking, or reverse sear it over medium-high heat once it's done cooking, to get a nice brown crust on the outside. However, it is a personal preference and completely optional.