Classic British Beef Sunday Roast

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook Broccoli and Carrots

   30 min

   Start by bringing a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Once boiling, carefully add the Broccoli florets and the chopped Carrots. Cook them for about 5-7 minutes until they are tender but still vibrant in color; they should be easily pierced with a fork but not mushy.

   Tip: To retain their bright color, you can briefly immerse the vegetables in ice water after cooking.

2. 2

   Roast Beef and Potatoes

   48 min

   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Place the Beef slices on a roasting tray alongside the Potatoes, ensuring they are evenly spaced. Roast everything for approximately 45 minutes, checking the Potatoes halfway through to ensure they are browning evenly and not overcooking; they should be crispy on the outside and fluffy inside.

3. 3

   Preheat for Yorkshire Puddings

   5 min

   Set your oven to 230°C (fan 210°C/gas 8) to prepare for the Yorkshire puddings. Meanwhile, drizzle sunflower oil into two 4-hole Yorkshire pudding trays or a 12-hole muffin tin, ensuring each hole is well coated. Place the tins in the hot oven to heat the oil until it shimmers, which should take about 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Mix Yorkshire Pudding Batter

   8 min

   In a mixing bowl, combine plain flour with 4 eggs and whisk them together until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps. Gradually pour in 200ml of milk, whisking continuously until the batter is well combined and has a slightly thick consistency. Season the batter lightly with salt and pepper to enhance the flavor.

5. 5

   Bake Yorkshire Puddings

   12 min

   Carefully take the hot tins out of the oven, ensuring the oil is sizzling. Pour the batter into the holes of the tins, filling them about halfway. Return the tins to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes without opening the door; they should rise dramatically and turn a golden brown when done.

6. 6

   Plate and Serve

   5 min

   Once everything is cooked, arrange the roasted Beef, crispy Potatoes, and vibrant Broccoli and Carrots on a serving platter. Drizzle gravy over the top as desired, ensuring each portion is generously covered for added flavor.