How Long to Cook a 1.5 kg Joint of Beef for Perfect Doneness

Learn the exact oven temperature and cooking time to roast a 1.5 kg joint of beef medium or well-done.

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To cook a 1.5 kg joint of beef, roast it in the oven at 240°C (475°F, gas mark 9) for 20 minutes. Then, reduce the temperature to 190°C (375°F, gas mark 5) and continue cooking for 15 minutes per 500g for medium, or 20 minutes per 500g for well-done beef. This means for a medium 1.5 kg joint, you'd cook it for an additional 45 minutes, and for well-done, an extra 60 minutes after the initial 20-minute blast.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What oven temperature is best for roasting a 1.5 kg joint of beef? Start roasting the beef at 240°C (475°F, gas mark 9) for 20 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 190°C (375°F, gas mark 5) for the remainder of the cooking time.
  2. How long should I cook a 1.5 kg joint of beef for medium doneness? After the initial 20 minutes at high heat, cook the beef at 190°C (375°F) for 45 minutes to achieve medium doneness.
  3. How do I cook a well-done 1.5 kg joint of beef? Roast the beef at 240°C for 20 minutes, then lower the oven temperature to 190°C and cook for an additional 60 minutes for well-done meat.
  4. Can I use gas marks instead of Celsius to roast beef? Yes, gas mark 9 corresponds to 240°C (475°F) for the initial roasting, and gas mark 5 corresponds to 190°C (375°F) for the continued cooking.