A: The tables list the standard cooking times for the most popular cuts of beef and pork. It also lists the type of cooking required.
Depending on the cut of meat, it is either roasted, broiled or braised.
It is important to make sure the meat is thoroughly cooked.
If there is a specific cut for which you would like more information, just let me know. Thanks!
Roasting:
Cuts of meat that are cooked in the oven
Cut of Meat |
Approx Weight |
Cooking temp |
Internal meat temp |
Approx Cooking time |
Beef - Standing Rib-Rare
|
6-8 lbs. |
325º |
140º
|
16-18 min. per lb.
|
Beef - Standing Rib - Med
|
6-8 lbs. |
325º |
160º
|
20-22 min. per lb.
|
Beef -
Standing Rib-Well
|
6-8 lbs. |
325º |
170º
|
25-30 min. per lb
|
Beef - Rolled Rump
|
5-7 lbs. |
325º |
170º
|
30 min. per lb
|
Pork Loin
|
4-5 lbs. |
350º |
185º
|
30-35 min. per lb.
|
Fresh Ham
|
10-14 lbs. |
350º |
185º
|
30-35 min. per lb.
|
Spare Ribs
|
1½-2½ lbs. |
350º |
185º
|
1-1½ hrs. total
|
Boned & Rolled Pork Roast
|
4-6 lbs. |
350º |
185º
|
40-45 min. per lb.
|
Braising:
Cuts of meat that are simmered in liquid using a closed pot or casserole. These cuts may also be cooked in a Crockpot-see the manufacturer's booklet for cooking instructions.
Cut of Meat |
Approx Weight |
Approx Cooking time |
Beef - Pot Roast, Chuck or Round
|
3-5lbs. |
Brown, then simmer 3½-4 hrs.
|
Beef - Flank
|
1½-2 lbs. |
Brown, then simmer 1½ hrs.
|
Beef Short Ribs
|
2-2½ lbs. |
Brown, then simmer 2-2½ hrs.
|
Pork Loin Chops
|
4-5 oz. Each |
Brown, then simmer 35-40 min. |
Fresh Pork Steaks
|
5-6 oz. Each |
Brown, then simmer 35-40 min. |
Broiling:
Cuts of meat that are cooked on the grill or broiler
Cut of Meat |
Approx Weight |
Approx Cooking time |
Beef - Rib Steak-Rare
|
1-1½ lbs. |
8-10 min. |
Beef - Rib Steak- Med
|
1-1½ lbs. |
12-14 min. |
Beef - Rib Steak- Well
|
1-1½ lbs. |
18-20 min. |
Porterhouse - Rare
|
1-1½ lbs. |
10-12 min. |
Porterhouse - Med
|
1-1½ lbs. |
14-16 min. |
Porterhouse - Well
|
1-1½ lbs. |
20-25 min. |
Sirloin - Rare
|
2½-3½ lbs. |
10-12 min. |
Sirloin - Med
|
2½-3½ lbs. |
14-16 min. |
Sirloin - Well
|
2½-3½ lbs. |
20-25 min. |
Hamburger Patties - Rare
|
¼ lb. |
8 min. |
Hamburger Patties - Med
|
¼ lb. |
12 min. |
Hamburger Patties - Well
|
¼ lb. |
15 min. |
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