Tasty Beef Recipes

From world famous Chef Betty

The following are guides for different

methods of cooking beef:

Three Simple Steps To Oven Roasting Beef

1. Heat oven to temperature specified in roasting timetable below.

2. Place roast (straight from refrigerator), fat side up, on rack in shallow roasting pan.  Season roast before cooking, as desired.  Insert ovenproof meat thermometer so tip is centered in thickest part of roast, not resting in fat or touching bone.  Do not add water; do not cover.

3. Roast according to timetable.  Transfer roast to carving board; tent loosely with aluminum foil.  Let stand 15 to 20 minutes.  (Internal temperature will continue to rise 5°F to 10°F to reach desired doneness and roast will be easier to carve.)  

Broiling Guidelines

Beef Cut  

Thickness/Weight

Distance From Heat

Approximate Total 
Cooking Time
(medium rare to 
medium doneness)  

Ribeye Steak

3/4 inch
1 inch
1-1/2 inches

2 to 3 inches
3 to 4 inches
3 to 4 inches

8 to 10
minutes
14 to18
minutes
21 to 27 minutes

Rib Steak,

small end

3/4 inch
1 inch
1-1/2 inches

2 to 3 inches
3 to 4 inches
3 to 4 inches

9 to 12
minutes
13 to 17 minutes
24 to 31 minutes

Porterhouse/

T-Bone Steak

3/4 inch
1 inch
1-1/2 inches

2 to 3 inches
3 to 4 inches
3 to 4 inches

10 to 13 minutes
15 to 20 minutes
27 to 32 minutes

Top Loin Strip Steak, boneless  

3/4 inch
1 inch
1-1/2 inches

2 to 3 inches
3 to 4 inches
3 to 4 inches

9 to11
minutes
13 t 17
minutes
19 to 23 minutes

Tenderloin Steak

1 inch
1-1/2 inches

2 to 3 inches
3 to 4 inches

13 to 16 minutes
18 to 22 minutes

Top Sirloin Steak, boneless

3/4 inch
1 inch
1-1/2 inches
 2 inches

2 to 3 inches
3 to 4 inches
3 to 4 inches
3 to 4 inches

9 to 12
minutes
16 to 21
minutes
26 to 31 minutes
34 to 39 minutes*

*Turn occasionally as needed during cooking.  

Flank Steak (marinate)

1-1/2 to 2 pounds

2 to 3 inches

13 to 18 minutes

Top Round Steak (marinate)

Recommend cooking to medium rare (145°F) doneness only.  

3/4 inch
1 inch
1-1/2 inches

2 to 3 inches
2 to 3 inches
3 to 4 inches

12 to 13 minutes
17 to 18 minutes
27 to 29 minutes

Chuck Shoulder Steak, boneless (marinate)

3/4 inch
1 inch

2 to 3 inches
3 to 4 inches

10 to 13 minutes
16 to 21 minutes

Ground Beef Patties

 

1/2 x 4 inches}
(4 per pound)
3/4 x 4 inches
(4 per 1-1/2 pounds)

3 to 4 inches

3 to 4 inches

10 to 12 minutes

12 to 14 minutes

Cook to medium (160 degrehes Fahreneit ) doneness; see Determining Doneness 

All cooking times are based on beef removed directly from refrigerator.  

Three Easy Steps To Broiling Beef

1. Set oven regulator for broiling; preheat for 10 minutes.  During broiling the door of electric oven should be left ajar; the door of gas oven should remain closed.  (However, consult your owner’s manual for specific broiling guidelines.)

2. Place beef on rack of broiler pan.  Season beef  straight from the refrigerator with herbs or spices, as desired. Position broiler pan so that surface of beef is within the distance from heat specified in timetable below. 

3. Broil according to timetable, turning once.  After cooking, season beef with salt, if desired.

Roasting Guidelines

Beef Cut  

Oven Temp.
(preheated)

Weight

Approximate Total 
Cooking Time

Remove from oven when internal temp. reaches

Ribeye Roast, small

 

350°F  

3 to 4 lb  
 


 
4 to 6 lb

 


6 to 8 lb 

Medium rare:
1-1/2 to 1-3/4 hours
Medium:
1-3/4 to 2 hours  

Medium rare:
1-3/4 to 2 hours  
Medium:
2 to 2-1/2 hours

Medium rare:
2 to 2-1/4 hours  
Medium:
2-1/2 to 2-3/4 hours  

135°F  

150°F  

135°F  

150°F  

135°F  

150°F  

Ribeye Roast, large

350°F  

3 to 4 lb

 


4 to 6 lb

 


6 to 8 lb

Medium rare:
1-3/4 to 2-1/4 hours
Medium
2 to 2-1/2 hours

Medium rare:
1-3/4 to 2-1/4 hours
Medium
2 1/2  to 3 hours

Medium rare:
1-1/4 to 2-1/2 hours
Medium
2 3/4  to 3 hours

135°F  

150°F  



135°F  

 


150°F 

Rib Roast (chine bone removed)  

350°F  

4 to 6 lb 
(2 ribs)  


 
6 to 8 lb
(2 to 4 ribs)  


 
8 to 10 lb
(4 to 5 ribs)  

Medium rare:
1-3/4 to 2-1/4 hours
Medium:
2-1/4 to 2-3/4 hours

   Medium rare:
2-1/4 to 2-1/2 hours  
Medium:
2-3/4 to 3 hours

Medium rare:
2-1/2 to 3 hours  
Medium:
3 to 3-1/2 hours  

135°F  

150°F  

135°F  

150°F  

135°F  

150°F  

Tenderloin Roast  

425°F  

2 to 3 lb
(center-cut)  


 
4 to 5 lb
(whole)  

Medium rare:
35 to 40 minutes  
Medium:
45 to 50 minutes

Medium rare:
50 to 60 minutes  
Medium:
60 to 70 minutes  

135°F  

150°F  

135°F  

150°F  

Tri-Tip Roast

 

425°F  

1-1/2 to 2 lb  

Medium rare:
30 to 40 minutes  
Medium:
40 to 45 minutes  

135°F  

150°F  

Round Tip Roast  

325°F  

3 to 4 lb
 


 
4 to 6 lb  
 


 
6 to 8 lb  

Medium rare:
1-3/4 to 2 hours  
Medium:
2-1/4 to 2-1/2 hours

Medium rare:
2 to 2-1/2 hours  
Medium:
2-1/2 to 3 hours

Medium rare:
2-1/2 to 3 hours  
Medium:
3 to 3-1/2 hours  

140°F  

155°F  

140°F  

155°F  

140°F  

155°F  

Rump Roast

325°F  

 3 to 4 lb

Medium rare:
1-1/2 to 2 hours

135°F

Bottom Round Roast

325°F

3 to 4 lb

Medium rare:
1-1/2 to 2 hours

135°F

Eye Round Roast  

325°F  

2 to 3 lb  

Medium rare:
1-1/2  to 1-3/4 hours  

135°F  

Meatloaf

 

350°F  

8 x 4 inches

1-1/2 lb  

Medium:
1-1/4 hours  

160°F  

Cook to medium (160 degrees Fahrenheit) doneness; see Determining Doneness 

Medium rare doneness = 145°F final internal temperature after 15 to 20 minutes standing time.  

Medium doneness = 160°F final internal temperature after 15 to 20 minutes standing time.  

All cooking times are based on beef removed directly from refrigerator.

Three Simple Steps to Grilling Beef

1. Prepare charcoal grill for direct cooking.  When coals are medium, ash-covered (in about 30 minutes), spread in single layer. Position cooking grid. Check cooking temperature.  (Cautiously hold palm of your hand above the coals at cooking height.  Count the number of seconds you can hold your hand in that position before the heat forces you to pull it away.  Approximately 4 seconds equals medium heat.)

2. Season beef  (straight from refrigerator) with herbs or spices, as desired.  Place on cooking grid directly over coals.

3. Grill according to timetable below, turning occasionally.  After cooking, season beef with salt, if desired.

(Because gas grill brands vary greatly, consult your owner’s manual for grilling guidelines.)  

Charcoal Grilling Guidelines

Beef Cut

Thickness/Weight

Approximate Total 
Cooking Time
(medium rare to 
medium doneness)

Ribeye Steak

3/4 inch
1 inch
1-1/2 inches

6 to 8 minutes
11 to 14 minutes
17 to 22 minutes (covered)

Rib Steak, small end

3/4 inch
1 inch
1-1/2 inches

6 to 8 minutes
9 to 12 minutes
22 to 27 minutes (covered)

Porterhouse/T-Bone Steak

3/4 inch
1 inch
1-1/2 inches

10 to 12 minutes
14 to 16 minutes
20 to 24 minutes (covered)

Top Loin  Strip Steak, boneless

3/4 inch
1 inch

10 to 12 minutes
15 to 18 minutes

Tenderloin Steak

1 inch
1-1/2 inches

13 to 15 minutes
14 to 16 minutes (covered)

Top Sirloin Steak, boneless

3/4 inch
1 inch
1-1/2 inches
 
2 inches

13 to 16 minutes
17 to 21 minutes
22 to 26 minutes (covered)
28 to 33 minutes (covered)

Flank Steak (marinate)

1-1/2 to 2 pounds

17 to 21 minutes

Skirt Steak (marinate)

1-1/2 pounds
(4 to 6 inch portions)

10 to 13 minutes

Top Round Steak (marinate)

Recommend cooking to medium rare (145°F) doneness only.

3/4 inch
1 inch
1-1/2 inches

8 to 9 minutes
16 to 18 minutes
25 to 28 minutes (covered)

Chuck Shoulder Steak, boneless (marinate)

3/4 inch
1 inch

14 to 17 minutes
16 to 20 minutes

Chuck Top Blade Steak, boneless

1 inch

18 to 22 minutes

Ground Beef Patties


1/2 x 4 inches
(4 oz)
3/4 x 4 inches
(4 per 1-1/2 pounds)

11 to 13 minutes

13 to 15 minutes

Cook to medium (160 degrees Farenheit) doneness; see Determining Doneness)

All cooking times are based on beef removed directly from refrigerator.

All cooking times are based on medium, ash-covered coals.

All cuts are grilled uncovered, unless covered is specified.

Three Simple Steps To Stir-Frying

1. Marinate thin uniform beef strips to flavor or tenderize, if desired, while preparing other ingredients.

2. Heat small amount of oil in wok or large heavy nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot.

3. Stir-fry beef in half-pound batches (do not overcrowd), continuously turning with a scooping motion, until outside surface of beef is no longer pink.  Add additional oil for each batch, if necessary.

Three Simple Steps To Undercover Cooking (Braising, Pot Roasting, Stewing)

1. Remove beef from refrigerator.  Lightly coat with seasoned flour, if desired.  Slowly brown beef on all sides in small amount of oil in heavy pan.  Pour off drippings.  Season beef, as desired.  (Omit dredging and browning for corned beef brisket.)

2. Add liquid, such as broth, water, juice, beer and/or wine, to pan.  Bring to a boil; reduce heat.

3. For pot roasts and other braised dishes, such as Swiss steak, chilis and shredded beef, use small amount of liquid (1/2 to 2 cups).

For stews and soups, use at least enough liquid to cover beef.

Corned beef brisket is cooked in liquid to cover.

Cover tightly and simmer gently over low heat on top of the range, or in a preheated 325°F oven, according to timetable or until beef is fork-tender.  (It is not necessary to turn pot roast or steak over during cooking.)  The cooking liquid may be thickened or reduced, as desired.

Undercover Cooking Guidelines

Beef Cut  

Thickness/Weight

Approximate Total 
Cooking Time
(covered over
low heat)  

Chuck Pot Roast, boneless
(Arm, Shoulder or Blade)

2-1/2 to 4 lb

2 to 3 hours

Chuck Shoulder Steak, boneless  

3/4 to 1 inch

1-1/4 to 1/-3/4 hours

Bottom Rump Roast  

3 to 4 lb

2-1/2 to 3-1/4 hours

Round Steak, boneless  
(Eye or Bottom)

3/4 to 1 inch
1 to 1-1/2 inches

1-1/4 to 1-3/4 hours
1-3/4 to 2-1/2 hours

Brisket, fresh  

2-1/2 to 4 lb

2-1/2 to 3 hours

Beef Brisket, Corned 

2-1/2 to 3-1/2
lb
3-1/2 to 5
lb

2-1/2 to 3-1/2 hours

3-1/2 to 4-1/2 hours

Beef or Stew  

1 to 1-1/2 =
inch pieces

1-3/4 to 2-1/4 hours

Shank Cross Cuts  

1 to 1-1/2 =
inch thick pieces

2 to 3 hours

Beef Short Ribs  

2 x 2 x 4 =
inch pieces

1-1/2 to 2-1/2 hours

 

Three Simple Steps To Stove-Top Skillet Cooking

(Pan-Broiling, Sautéing)

1. Heat heavy nonstick skillet over medium heat for 5 minutes.

2. Season beef  straight from the refrigerator with herbs or spices, as desired.  Place in preheated skillet.  Do not overcrowd.  Do not add oil or water; do not cover.

3. Cook according to timetable below, turning once.  (For cuts 1 inch thick or thicker, turn occasionally.)  Remove excess drippings from skillet as they accumulate.  After cooking, season beef with salt, if desired.  

Stove-Top Skillet Cooking Guidelines

Beef Cut  

Thickness

Approximate Total 
Cooking Time
Over Medium Heat
(medium rare to 
medium doneness)

Ribeye Steak

3/4 inch
1 inch

8 to 10 minutes
12 to 15 minutes

Porterhouse/T-Bone Steak

3/4 inch
1 inch

11 to 13 minutes
14 to 17 minutes

Top Loin Strip Steak, boneless  

3/4 inch
1 inch

10 to 12 minutes
12 to 15 minutes

Tenderloin Steak

*Use medium-high heat for 1/2-inch thick steak.  

1/2 inch
3/4 inch
1 inch

3-1/2 to 5-1/2 minutes*
7 to 9 minutes
10 to 13 minutes

Top Sirloin Steak, boneless

3/4 inch
1 inch

10 to 13 minutes
15 to 20 minutes

Top Round Steak (marinate)

Recommend cooking to stet original (medium rare) only.  

3/4 inch
1 inch

11 to 12 minutes
15 to 16 minutes

Eye Round Tip

1/2 inch

2 to 4 minutes

Round Tip Steak

1/8 to 1/4 inch

1 to 2 minutes

Chuck Eye Steak, boneless

3/4 inch
1 inch

9 to 11 minutes
12 to 15 minutes

Chuck Top Blade Steak, boneless  

3/4 inch
1 inch

10 to 12 minutes
13 to 17 minutes

Cubed Steak
Use medium-high heat

____

3 to 4 minutes

Ground Beef Patties

 

1/2 x 4 inches
(4 per pound)
3/4 x 4 inches
(4 per 1-1/2 pounds)

10 to 12 minutes

12 to 15 minutes

Cook to medium (160 degrees Fahrenheit) doneness; see Determining Doneness 

All cooking times are based on beef removed directly from refrigerator.  

 


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