Tender Herb-Roasted Rump Roast in an Oven Bag
This slow-cooked herb-roasted rump roast is bursting with flavor and creates a one-pot meal that the whole family will love. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe utilizes an oven bag to ensure your roast turns out incredibly tender and juicy every time. Customize the vegetables to your liking for a wholesome, delightful dish. The addition of tomato sauce and seasoning enhances the meat's natural flavors, while a medley of colorful vegetables adds both nutrition and aesthetic appeal. This versatile recipe is suitable for any size roast, making it easy to scale for your needs. Enjoy this hearty feast with juices spooned over the beautifully cooked vegetables and succulent roast.
N/A
Servings
290
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
Boneless beef rump roast
4 lbs (trim any excess fat)
Flour
1/2 cup (for dusting the bag)
Tomato sauce
1 (14-ounce) can (no preparation needed)
Water
1/2 cup (no preparation needed)
Instant beef bouillon powder
1 teaspoon (no preparation needed)
Onions
2 medium-sized (peeled and quartered)
Celery
3 stalks (cut into 1-inch pieces)
Green or red bell pepper
1 whole (chopped)
Carrots
3 medium-sized (peeled and quartered)
New potatoes (or Yukon Gold potatoes)
8 whole (halved if regular potatoes are used)
Oven cooking bag
1 large (14"x20") (no preparation needed)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Prepare a large oven cooking bag by shaking 1/2 cup of flour inside, then place the bag in a 9x13-inch baking pan to catch any drippings.
3
Fold down the top of the bag and add in the tomato sauce, water, instant beef bouillon powder, and salt and pepper to taste. Squeeze the bag gently to mix the ingredients, ensuring you do not puncture it.
4
Carefully place the rump roast inside the bag, followed by the quartered carrots, onions, celery, potatoes, and peppers.
5
Gently turn the bag to ensure the roast and vegetables are well-coated with the sauce inside the bag.
6
Seal the bag using the provided tie, and use scissors to make about 6 half-inch slits in the top of the bag to allow steam to escape.
7
If using an electronic thermometer, insert it through one of the slits into the center of the roast and set it to alert you at 140°F (60°C).
8
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes to 2 hours and 15 minutes, or until the thermometer indicates the roast is at the desired temperature.
9
Remove from the oven and allow the roast to rest for about 20 minutes before carefully snipping off the strings and transferring to a serving platter.
10
Serve the roast sliced, topped with the flavorful juices and accompanied by the roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Information
15g
Fat
14g
Carbs
23g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary cut of meat used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 4 lbs of boneless beef rump roast, trimmed of excess fat.
What is the required oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
Why is flour added to the oven bag?
1/2 cup of flour is shaken inside the bag to prevent it from bursting and to help thicken the sauce.
What size baking pan should be used?
A 9x13-inch baking pan is recommended to hold the oven bag and catch any drippings.
What liquids are used for the sauce?
The sauce consists of one 14-ounce can of tomato sauce and 1/2 cup of water.
How are the carrots prepared?
The recipe calls for 3 medium-sized carrots, peeled and quartered.
What type of potatoes are best for this roast?
The recipe suggests 8 whole new potatoes or Yukon Gold potatoes, halved if they are regular-sized.
How many slits should be made in the oven bag?
You should make about 6 half-inch slits in the top of the bag to allow steam to escape.
What internal temperature should the rump roast reach?
The roast should reach an internal temperature of 140°F (60°C).
What is the estimated cooking time?
The roast takes approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes to 2 hours and 15 minutes to bake.
How long should the roast rest after being removed from the oven?
It should rest for about 20 minutes before you snip the strings and transfer it to a platter.
How many calories are in a serving?
There are approximately 290 calories per serving.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving contains 23g of protein.
What is the fat content per serving?
There is 15g of fat per serving.
How many grams of carbohydrates are in a serving?
Each serving contains 14g of carbohydrates.
How is the celery prepared?
Use 3 stalks of celery cut into 1-inch pieces.
What kind of bell pepper is used?
You can use one whole green or red bell pepper, chopped.
How many onions does the recipe require?
The recipe calls for 2 medium-sized onions, peeled and quartered.
What size oven cooking bag is needed?
A large 14x20-inch oven cooking bag is required.
Is bouillon used in this recipe?
Yes, 1 teaspoon of instant beef bouillon powder is added to the sauce.
How do you mix the ingredients inside the oven bag?
Add the sauce, water, bouillon, and seasonings, then squeeze the bag gently to mix without puncturing it.
Can the vegetables be customized?
Yes, the description notes that you can customize the vegetables to your liking.
How is the roast served?
Serve the roast sliced, topped with the flavorful juices and accompanied by the roasted vegetables.
Does the meat need to be browned before going in the bag?
No, the meat is placed directly into the prepared oven bag without pre-browning.
How is the oven bag sealed?
The bag is sealed using the provided tie included with the oven cooking bags.
What is the first step of the recipe?
The first step is to preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Is this recipe suitable for special occasions?
Yes, it is described as perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions.
How should the beef bouillon be prepared?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of instant beef bouillon powder with no additional preparation needed.
What is the benefit of using an oven bag?
The oven bag ensures the roast turns out incredibly tender and juicy every time while creating a one-pot meal.
Are salt and pepper included?
Yes, salt and pepper are added to the sauce inside the bag to taste.