Jul 14 2026
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Hot Roast Beef Recipe

Inspired by Akron Family Restaurant
Time2h
Serves4

Open face with mashed potatoes & gravy

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Ingredients

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For the Roast Beef

For the Mashed Potatoes

For the Gravy

For Assembly

Method

For the Roast Beef

  1. 1

    Prepare the Beef

    Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Rub the beef roast with olive oil, then season it generously with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Place it in a roasting pan.

  2. 2

    Roast the Beef

    Pour 2 cups of beef broth into the roasting pan. Cover the pan with aluminum foil and roast in the preheated oven for about 3 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 135°F (57°C) for medium-rare. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 15-20 minutes before slicing.

For the Mashed Potatoes

  1. 3

    Prepare the Potatoes

    Peel and chop the potatoes into even-sized chunks. Place them in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt.

  2. 4

    Cook the Potatoes

    Bring the pot of water to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat and simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain the potatoes well.

  3. 5

    Mash the Potatoes

    Return the drained potatoes to the pot. Add butter, milk, salt, and black pepper. Mash until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste.

For the Gravy

  1. 6

    Make the Gravy

    In a saucepan, add beef drippings over medium heat. Whisk in the flour to create a roux, cooking for 1-2 minutes until golden. Gradually whisk in 2 cups of beef broth and bring to a simmer. Cook until the gravy thickens, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

For Assembly

  1. 7

    Assemble the Dish

    Place a slice of thick bread on each plate. Top with sliced roast beef, a generous scoop of mashed potatoes, and drizzle with hot gravy.

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