How should I cook a rump roast?

Roast it covered at low heat or braise it with liquid until it is fork tender. High-heat roasting makes this lean cut tough and dry.

How does it compare with chuck roast?

Chuck has more marbling and shreds more easily. Rump is leaner and firmer, so it slices better but needs moist, slow cooking to stay tender.

What size roast should I buy?

Allow about half a pound per person for a bone-in roast and a bit less for boneless, plus extra if you want leftovers.

Is it good for pot roast?

Yes. Its leanness and firm texture hold up well in a covered pot with broth, onions and root vegetables.

How should I store and freeze it?

Keep it refrigerated and cook or freeze it by the date on the package. Freeze it tightly wrapped for up to a few months.

Where is the Beef Choice Angus Rump Roast cheapest?

At Walmart, for $21.10, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Beef Choice Angus Rump Roast?

Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 4,590 ratings.

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Beef Choice Angus Rump Roast

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Beef Choice Angus Rump Roast

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Last seen at $21.10 at Walmart on Nov 8.

Our take on the Beef Choice Angus Rump Roast

A USDA Choice Angus rump roast, cut from the round. It is a lean, moderately tough cut with beefy flavor, best suited to slow roasting, pot roasting or braising until it turns tender. It carries the full set of beef nutrients: protein, B6, B12, zinc, iron and selenium. Compared with prime rib or tenderloin it is far leaner and less tender, so it rewards low, slow cooking rather than a quick high-heat roast.

Best forSlow-roasted Sunday dinnersPot roast with vegetables and gravySlicing for sandwiches and leftoversShoppers who want a lean, economical beef roast

Pros

USDA Choice Angus grade
Lean cut with concentrated beef flavor
Good source of protein, B6, B12, zinc and iron
Takes well to braising and slow roasting
Roast size suits a family meal with leftovers

Cons

Can be tough and dry if roasted fast or overcooked
Needs long, moist cooking to tenderize
Less marbled and less forgiving than prime rib or chuck
Uneven shape can cook unevenly without trussing

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What reviewers say

4.3 / 54,590 ratings

Buyers rate it well, mostly for flavor and value as a lean roast. The recurring complaint is toughness when it is cooked too quickly or carved without resting.

What people mention

TendernessMixedTender when braised or slow roasted, but tough and chewy when cooked hot and fast.
FlavorPraisedReviewers describe a strong, savory beef flavor.
LeannessPraisedBuyers like that the cut is lean with little excess fat.
DrynessCriticisedSome say it dries out easily if overcooked.
TrimCriticisedA few found gristle or a thick fat cap that needed trimming.

About the Beef Choice Angus Rump Roast

This rump roast is made from USDA Choice Angus beef. It is a savory cut with natural tenderness. It is suited to roasting and to use in your favorite recipes.

The beef is an excellent source of protein, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, zinc, niacin and selenium. It is a good source of phosphorus, riboflavin and iron. All 10 essential minerals are found naturally in beef.

To serve, cook the roast and pair it with steamed vegetables and gravy.

Cut: Rump roast
Grade: USDA Choice Angus beef
Package weight: 2.25 - 3.87 lb
Best for: Roasting
In the box: One package of Beef Choice Angus Rump Roast

Specifications

size: 2.25 - 3.87 lbSource

Questions and answers

How should I cook a rump roast?: Roast it covered at low heat or braise it with liquid until it is fork tender. High-heat roasting makes this lean cut tough and dry.
How does it compare with chuck roast?: Chuck has more marbling and shreds more easily. Rump is leaner and firmer, so it slices better but needs moist, slow cooking to stay tender.
What size roast should I buy?: Allow about half a pound per person for a bone-in roast and a bit less for boneless, plus extra if you want leftovers.
Is it good for pot roast?: Yes. Its leanness and firm texture hold up well in a covered pot with broth, onions and root vegetables.
How should I store and freeze it?: Keep it refrigerated and cook or freeze it by the date on the package. Freeze it tightly wrapped for up to a few months.
Where is the Beef Choice Angus Rump Roast cheapest?: At Walmart, for $21.10, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Beef Choice Angus Rump Roast?: Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 4,590 ratings.