what core temp should roast beef be?

[evedawn]

It's a fillet of beef.

866grams

I'd like it to be pink in the middle (ie rare) but the rest should be done well.

I've not cooked a roast with a thermometre before...any ideas?


thanks all u peeps out there in advance.........

[puddicat]

i never use a thermometer, i do imperial measure but the joint is about nearly 2pounds??

[evedawn]

yup puddi it's just under 2 lbs...

[puddicat]

Put your oven on at 220 degrees or at gas mark 6,put beef in roasting tray and put some water at the base of tray, season lightly with salt if liked,dont add any extra fat,in oven roast for about 20 or 25 minutes, then reduce heat to say 190c or gas mark 4,baste occasionally and add more water if needed, makes excellent gravy and keeps the meat moist,cook for another 20 or 25 minutes, take out and test to see if the blood is running slightly from the centre, if you are happy put on the side to rest for at least 20mins then carve, remember if you have a fan oven it will be a slightly lower temp and not take as long, p.s dont cover in foil bon appetite!!!

[evedawn]

ta puddicat...

out of curiosity is there a reson why you sy not to cover with foil? I would've though that covering the roast would mean it would be less liekly to dry out...and so stay tender?

PS am gonna do it just the way you've described above though...will let you know...

[Clanad]

Medium rare at 145 degrees F (I'm in the U.S., you'll have to do the math). However, It should be removed at about 140 degrees since the temperature will continue to rise... (Medium is about 160 degrees F.)

[evedawn]

well i followed puddicats advice and also double checked using the thermometer (thanks to clanad)...and the roast was ....delish....even if i say so myself.

thanks both of u!

[puddicat]

Was it pink enough for you, i love my beef rareish, i dont put foil on any roasting meats not necessary the water keeps it moist and juicy, glad you enjoyed it did you have yorkshire puds with it, you need a tried tested recipe will be happy to help!!!

[Ethel]

I don't like meat cooked in foil at all - that is more baking than roasting. :)