Pepper-Crusted Tri Tip Roast
A bold pepper-crusted Tri-Tip seared to a juicy medium-rare, sliced across the grain and finished with a creamy pan sauce. Serve with bacon-sautéed Brussels and cheesy hasselback potatoes for a hearty Texas-style feast.
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Cook Time: 60 Minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients: 25
Ingredients
Pepper-Crusted Tri Tip Roast
Sautéed Brussel Sprouts
Hasselback Potatoes
Pan Sauce
Preparation
Pepper-Crusted Tri Tip Roast
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Step 1
Coat Tri Tip with melted beef tallow. This will help bind the rub to the roast.
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Step 2
Combine peppercorns, salt, and garlic and coat the roast with the rub mixture.
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Step 3
Smoker method: Heat smoker to 250°F. Place roast in the smoker, according to manufacturer’s instructions. Cook until the roast reaches 125°F internal temperature measured with a thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the roast, about 2 hours. Remove from smoker and sear roast on a hot grill or cast iron skillet for 1-2 minutes per side . For medium rare, the final Internal cooking temps should be 135°F (Temperature will continue to rise about 10°-15°F to reach 145°F for medium rare; 160°F for medium.) Cooking note: USDA recommends an internal temperature of 145° for beef roast and steaks.
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Step 4
Allow roast to rest for 7-10 minutes before slicing across the grain.
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Step 5
Oven method: Preheat oven to 350°F. Place roast on a roasting rack over a sheet pan. Place in the oven and cook 40 to 50 minutes, or until the roast reaches 125°F internal temperature measured with a thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the roast. Remove from oven and sear roast on a hot grill or cast iron skillet for 1-2 minutes per side . For medium rare, the final Internal cooking temps should be 135°F (Temperature will continue to rise about 10°-15°F to reach 145°F for medium rare; 160°F for medium.) Cooking note: USDA recommends an internal temperature of 145° for beef roast and steaks.
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Step 6
Allow roast to rest for 7-10 minutes before slicing across grain.
Sautéed Brussel Sprouts
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Step 1
Heat a cast-iron skillet to MEDIUM-HIGH heat. Brown bacon in the skillet.
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Step 2
Remove bacon and extra oil. Leave 2-3 Tbsp. of bacon grease. Place Brussel sprouts in skillet and sauté for 5 minutes.Add onions and minced garlic. Cook for another 5 minutes or until Brussel sprouts are crisp and tender. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve.
Hasselback Potatoes
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Step 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F degrees.
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Step 2
Place a potato on a cutting board between two pencils, on the long sides of the potatoes.
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Step 3
Slice the potatoes into ¼-inch thick slices, the pencils will prevent you from cutting all the way through.
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Step 4
Place the potatoes on a lined sheet pan.
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Step 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, butter, salt, and pepper.
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Step 6
Brush the olive oil mixture all over the potatoes, making sure to get some in between the slices.
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Step 7
Bake for 45-50 minutes until potatoes are tender.
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Step 8
Remove the potatoes from the oven.
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Step 9
Place the cheddar cheese slices in between each cut of the potatoes.
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Step 10
Return the potatoes to the oven and bake to melt the cheese, about 3 to 4 minutes.
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Step 11
Top each potato with sour cream and sprinkle the bacon and green onions over the top.
Pan Sauce
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Step 1
Using the Tri-Tip drippings, pour in beef stock in a pan over MEDIUM heat.
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Step 2
Reduce stock to ½ cup.
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Step 3
Add seasonings while reducing.
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Step 4
Add heavy cream.
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Step 5
Heat through and adjust seasonings.
Nutrition Information
280 Calories
5.9g SAT FAT
32g PROTEIN
3.8 mg IRON
7.6 mg ZINC
* Based on a 2,000 calorie diet
** Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet
Safe Handling Tips:
- Wash hands with soap and water before cooking and always after touching raw meat.
- Separate raw meat from other foods.
- Wash all cutting boards, utensils, and dishes after touching raw meat.
- Do not reuse marinades used on raw foods.
- Wash all produce prior to use.
- Cook steaks and roasts until temperature reaches 145°F for medium rare, as measured by a meat thermometer, allowing to rest for three minutes.
- Cook Ground Beef to 160°F as measured by a meat thermometer.
- Refrigerate leftovers promptly.
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