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Sunday roast
Heat oven to 220°C. Oil and salt the beef. Start 20 minutes hot, then 160°C until a thermometer says your doneness (about 20 min/500g more for medium-rare). Rest 20 minutes, tented.
Questions about this dish
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How long does Sunday roast take?
2 hr 10 min all in — 20 min prep, 1 hr 30 min cook, 20 min rest. Cook and rest follow the method. Leftover storage and optional extra waits are not included.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 6 people. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Medium.
How spicy is it?
No chilli.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Wheat. Labels are informational — check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Dairy-free, Nut-free.
What does it cost to cook?
A bit special — about $16–28 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Oven, Baking tray.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at 2 tsp.
What can I use instead?
Beef → Chicken. A different Sunday. Still roast potatoes.
Any tips from this recipe?
Resting is not optional. Cutting early is how you invent grey juice on the board. Horseradish or mustard. Not both unless you are committed.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.