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Polish Pieczeń Wołowa, Roast Beef, Farmhouse Style

A genuine Sunday roast, studded with garlic and roasted slowly until deeply tender.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Polish
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 360kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 lb beef top round or rump roast
  • 4 cloves garlic slivered
  • 4 slices bacon cut into small pieces
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 1 onion quartered
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tsp marjoram
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
  • Using a sharp knife, cut small slits all over the roast and insert garlic slivers and bacon pieces into each.
  • Season the outside generously with salt, pepper, and marjoram.
  • Heat oil in a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the roast on all sides until deeply browned, about 8–10 minutes total.
  • Add onion, broth, and bay leaves to the pot.
  • Cover and transfer to the oven. Roast 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes until fork-tender.
  • Rest 15 minutes before slicing, and spoon the pan juices over the top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 360kcal | Protein: 38g | Fat: 20g
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