Top 10 roast beef recipes

If you're looking to upgrade your kitchen kit, here are some of our tried, tested and top-rated favourites that would come in handy for roasting beef.

1. Roast beef & carrots with easy gravy

This brilliant roast beef recipe complete with an easy gravy and carrots and onions is an instant winner for Sunday dinner. You might not have tried top rump before, but it's an economical cut to feed a family. Try serving with our horseradish potato dauphinoise for an ultra indulgent meal with all the trimmings.

2. Roast fillet of beef with mushroom stuffing

The crowning glory of this roast beef fillet recipe is the rich mushroom stuff and creamy sauce. Porcini mushrooms add a wonderful depth of flavour that goes well with the slightly sweet shallots. Serve with our clever parmesan puffs for a fun twist on Yorkshire puddings. Well worth the effort, this is one you'll be making again and again. Take a look at our roast potato collection for a choice of fabulous sides.

3. Roast beef with caramelised onion gravy

A rare topside of beef is the ultimate centrepiece. Our roast beef with caramelised onion gravy has a special ingredient to give it an extra boost of flavour – a spoonful of Marmite! It adds an irresistible umami tang, balanced by the sweet marmalade or onion chutney. Add a pop of colour with a spring veg mix and a creamy and crunchy honey-mustard parsnip bake.

4. Pot-roast beef with french onion gravy

Try our no-fuss, slow-cooked pot-roast beef with a rich French onion gravy. The stock and juices from the meat combined with caramelised onions makes a super easy gravy.

Both silverside and topside of beef are cheaper, leaner cuts of meat that are ideal for low-and-slow cooking. Serve with our clever twist on traditional mash, cheesy mustard mashed potatoes, which has a crispy cheddar cheese topping that's hard to resist.

5. Beef fillet with horseradish and prosciutto

Wrap up your beef, safe and sound in a cosy layer of peppery horseradish and prosciutto. This spectacular fillet of beef not only gets flavour from the ham but it keeps the meat moist and tender. If you'd like an alternative to a pastry-laden Wellington, this is the perfect option.

Bring out the sweetness of the roast with our parsnips with maple syrup & rosemary and add a little greenery with our steamed leeks & peas with herby vinaigrette.

6. Herb & pepper crusted rib of beef

Need something to wow guests at your next dinner party? Go all out and make our herb & pepper crusted rib of beef with red wine gravy. The cracked black pepper, rosemary, garlic and parsley mix can be made a day ahead if you're in a rush on the day.

Add some texture and a hint of luxury to proceedings with our haricot bean & truffle mash. Prepare for people to be tucking into an extra spoonful or two. Combined with this simple side of peas & roasted shallots, this is a meal to show off with.

7. Slow-roasted rib of beef

This impressive roast rib of beef is made with fragrant rosemary, thyme, bay, allspice berries and cloves, and includes a decadent glaze of mustard and treacle. Perfect as a showstopping alternative to turkey on Christmas Day.

8. Roast beef sirloin with simple asian sauce

Tender roast beef and an aromatic oyster sauce with a burst of spicy ginger. Have we got your attention? Then try our beef sirloin with a simple Asian sauce. This super easy dish is perfect for serving a crowd and takes just four steps to complete.

Serve with a vibrant aubergine salad with black bean sauce and a crunchy cucumber salad with a lime and sesame dressing.

9. Twice-cooked beef short ribs

These slow-roasted beef ribs are great for entertaining friends. Finishing the roast the next day will give you crisp, brown edges and a dish that's sizzled to perfection. To keep the prep simple, keep the ribs as a whole rack.

Adding smoked salt to your standard creamy mash adds another layer of flavour to everyone's favourite side dish. Once you've tried it, you'll be hooked.

10. Roast sirloin of beef & port gravy

This garlic & thyme roast beef with a red wine and port infused gravy is a classic combination and is perfect for a lazy weekend dinner. For the best taste and texture, ask your butcher for a piece of meat that has been aged for at least one month.

Pair this foolproof recipe with seasonal veg at its peak, like our grilled baby onions and warm runner bean salad.

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