A sophisticated Christmas roast for one or two, prepared entirely in one pan.
In short: Cooking a festive meal for a small party does not require an elaborate setup. This method uses a single oven-safe pan to combine a beef teres major roast with classic fondant potatoes, streamlining the process while maintaining the quality of a traditional holiday dinner.
The process begins by searing a beef teres major muscle alongside thick-cut russet potato rounds in a hot, oven-safe pan. After the beef is removed to rest, the potatoes are basted in butter, garlic, and thyme. Stock is added to the pan, which is then transferred to an oven set to 400ºF (200ºC) to roast the potatoes until they are nearly tender.
To finish, pearl onions are added to the pan for a final five-minute roast, followed by the beef, which is returned to the pan to reach the desired doneness. The remaining pan juices are reduced with a touch of balsamic vinegar to create a flavorful sauce. This approach allows for a complete, elegant meal that can be served directly from the cooking vessel.
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