Beef joint & roast potatoes

Certainly! Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for cooking a beef joint (roast beef) with roast potatoes. This classic Sunday dinner is a favorite in many households. The key to a perfect roast is in the preparation and cooking times. Let’s get started!

Ingredients

For the Beef Joint:

  • 1 beef joint (e.g., topside, sirloin, rib roast), about 1-1.5 kg (2.2-3.3 lbs)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 2-3 garlic cloves, minced (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or rosemary (optional)

For the Roast Potatoes:

  • 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs) potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks
  • 4-5 tablespoons olive oil or goose fat
  • Salt, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary or thyme (optional)