Herb-infused Eye of the Round Roast with Garlic Potatoes and Tender Carrots
This succulent eye of the round roast is expertly seasoned with aromatic herbs, served with golden garlic roasted potatoes, and accompanied by tender carrots for a truly satisfying meal. The roast is juicy and flavorful, and the vegetables perfectly complement the hearty beef. A classic comfort food recipe that will please your taste buds.
ingredients
- 2 lbs eye of the round roast
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 ½ lbs baby potatoes, halved
- 1 lb carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Fresh parsley for garnish
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2.
In a small bowl, combine minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, black pepper, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
- 3.
Rub the herb mixture all over the eye of the round roast, covering it completely.
- 4.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the remaining olive oil.
- 5.
Sear the roast on all sides until browned, approximately 3-4 minutes per side.
- 6.
Meanwhile, in a separate roasting pan, toss the halved potatoes with melted butter and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 7.
Place the seared roast on a wire rack in the roasting pan, directly over the potatoes.
- 8.
Surround the roast with the carrot chunks.
- 9.
Transfer the roasting pan to the preheated oven and roast for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the roast reaches 135°F (57°C) for medium-rare.
- 10.
Remove the roast from the oven, cover loosely with foil, and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- 11.
Meanwhile, increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) and return the roasting pan containing the potatoes and carrots to the oven to continue cooking for an additional 10-15 minutes until golden and tender.
- 12.
Slice the eye of the round roast and serve with the roasted potatoes and carrots.
- 13.
Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy this delectable and comforting meal.
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