Tarragon-Crusted Roast Beef

 

1

boneless beef top round roast (3 to 4 lb)

2

teaspoons salt

1

teaspoon freshly ground pepper

6

cloves garlic, finely chopped

2

tablespoons dried tarragon leaves

2

tablespoons olive oil

Fresh tarragon sprigs, if desired

• 1 Heat oven to 450°F. Spray shallow roasting pan with cooking spray; place beef in pan. In small bowl, mix salt, pepper, garlic, dried tarragon and oil. Rub mixture on all sides of beef.
• 2 Bake uncovered 15 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F. Bake 30 to 40 minutes longer or until of desired doneness. Cover; let stand 15 minutes before slicing. Garnish with tarragon sprigs.