Recommended cooking methods and times...

Sirloin, Forerib, Topside, Silverside. Roast, 180°C, 350°F, Gas mark 4-5
Rare 20 minutes per 450g plus 20 minutes
Medium 25 minutes per 450g plus 25 minutes
Well Done 30 minutes per 450g plus 30 minutes


Brisket. Pot Roast or Slow Roast, 180°C, 350°F

Gas mark 4-5, 30-40 minutes per 450g (1b) plus 30-40 mins.


Steaks
Popeseye, Sirloin Grill/Fry
Rare 2 1/2 minutes each side
Medium 4 minutes each side
Well Done 6 minutes each side

Sirloin extra thin Grill/Fry 1 minute each side

Fillet Grill/Fry
Rare 3-4 minutes each side
Medium 4-5 minutes each side
Well Done 6-7 minutes each side


Stewing Shoulder, Steak Hough. Stew/Casserole
170°C, 350°F, Gas mark 3, 2-3 hours


Prime Casserole, Thick Flank, Round Steak Casserole
170°C, 325°F, Gas mark 3, 1 - 1 1/2 hours

Note: Cooking times may vary depending on the thickness of cut. The Food Standards Agency suggest we limit the fat used in cooking. It is recommended to dry fry wherever possible.

A perfectly cooked Pave steak

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Below are the five simple steps to the perfect steak:

Step 1: prepare the steaks at room temperature

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Step 2: brush the steaks with oil and preheat the pan

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Step 3: cook the steak to your liking

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Step 4: rest the steak and cover with foil for up to 10 minutes

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Step 5: serve the finished rump steak on a hot plate

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