Sunday Dinner RoastÂ
“My Grandmother used to make this roast for Sunday Dinners when we were growing up. Everyone loved how tender, juicy and flavorful it was… especially paired with homemade mashed potatoes and gravy!”
Servings
8 servings
Ready In:
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 2-1/2 hours + standing
Inroduction
About this Recipe
This delicious roast is perfect for Sunday Dinners with the family!
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp canola oil
- 1 beef eye round roast (about 2-1/2 pounds)
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 med onion, chopped
- 1 beef bouillon cube
- 1 cup of brewed coffee
- 3/4 cup water
Gravy:
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cold water
Step by Step Instructions
Step 1
In a large pan, heat oil over medium heat; brown roast on all sides. Remove from pan. Mix together garlic and seasonings; sprinkle over roast.
Step 2
Add onion to same pan; cook and stir over medium heat until tender. Stir in bouillon, coffee and 3/4 cup water. Add roast; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until meat is tender, about 2-1/2 hours.
Step 3
For Gravy…. Remove roast from pan, reserving cooking juices. Tent with foil; let stand 10 minutes before slicing.
Mix flour and cold water until smooth; stir into cooking juices. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook and stir until thickened, 1 to 2 minutes. Serve with roast.
