Herb-Garlic Beef Roast

Ingredients

• 1 17-oz. pkg. refrigerated cooked beef roast au jus
• 1 lb. small round red potatoes
• 3 medium carrots
• 1 Tbsp. cooking oil
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 3 Tbsp. chopped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley
• 3 to 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 Tbsp. finely shredded lemon peel

Directions

1. In large skillet cook beef roast, covered, over medium heat for 10 minutes. Uncover and simmer for 5 minutes more, until juices are slightly reduced. Meanwhile, quarter potatoes. Peel and diagonally slice carrots in 3/4-inch pieces. Place vegetables in microwave-safe dish. Drizzle with cooking oil and sprinkle with pepper; toss to coat. Tightly cover with lid or plastic wrap. Microwave on high (100% power) for 10 minutes or until tender.

2. For herb-garlic mixture, in a small bowl combine parsley, garlic, and lemon peel. To serve, stir vegetables into skillet with beef and juices. Divide among serving dishes. Sprinkle with herb-garlic mixture. Makes 4 servings.

Nutrition Facts

• Calories 311,
• Total Fat (g) 12,
• Saturated Fat (g) 5,
• Monounsaturated Fat (g) 1,
• Polyunsaturated Fat (g) 2,
• Cholesterol (mg) 64,
• Sodium (mg) 465,
• Carbohydrate (g) 28,
• Total Sugar (g) 6,
• Fiber (g) 4,
• Protein (g) 25,
• Vitamin C (DV%) 52,
• Calcium (DV%) 4,
• Iron (DV%) 18,
• Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet

From Better Homes and Gardens
Submitted by Shelli