Name: Envelope-Method Roast Beef: Tender, Juicy, and Foolproof Every Time
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: PT-489855H33M42S
Total time: PT-489855H33M42S
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3–4 lb beef roast (top sirloin, rump, or eye of round); 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 tsp kosher salt; 1 tsp black pepper; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion powder; 1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary; 1/2 tsp paprika; 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce; 1/2 cup beef broth or water

Description

Envelope-Method Roast Beef is a foolproof way to make tender, flavorful roast beef using a simple sealed ‘envelope’ of foil or parchment. This slow-roasting technique locks in moisture and flavor, resulting in perfectly cooked beef every time — juicy inside with a beautifully browned crust.

Ingredients

3–4 lb beef roast (top sirloin, rump, or eye of round)
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp kosher salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary
1/2 tsp paprika
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup beef broth or water

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Pat the roast dry with paper towels. Rub olive oil all over, then season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and paprika.
Lay out two large sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil (or parchment paper) and overlap them to form a large surface. Place the seasoned roast in the center.
Drizzle Worcestershire sauce and pour beef broth over the roast.
Fold the foil tightly around the roast, sealing all edges to create an airtight ‘envelope.’ Place on a roasting pan or baking sheet, seam side up.
Roast in the preheated oven for 1 hour. Without opening the envelope, turn off the oven and leave the roast inside for 2–3 hours (do not open the door during this time).
After resting, remove from the oven, open the foil carefully, and check the internal temperature — it should be about 135°F (medium rare) to 145°F (medium).
Transfer roast to a cutting board, tent loosely with foil, and let rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.

Notes

Do not open the oven door during the resting period — it’s key to the ‘envelope’ method’s success.
Use an oven-safe thermometer probe if you want to monitor temperature without breaking the seal.
Add sliced onions or herbs inside the foil for extra aroma and flavor.
Leftovers make excellent sandwiches or salads.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 1 hr active + 2 hrs resting
Category: Main Course
Method: Roasting
Cuisine: American