22 Roast Recipes To Make On The Weekend
When the temperature drops and the windows frost over, a warming, oven-roasted meal becomes a reliable comfort.
In the list below, there’s a 10-hour slow roast lamb worth its cooking time; a sticky, sweet marmalade-glazed pork shoulder; a hearty Spanish seafood roast; homemade Yorkshire puddings, as well as some soup and salad options for all of the leftovers.
Each recipe tests out different flavour profiles and ingredients. One thing they do share: a synergy with potatoes.
Chicken, fennel and potato tray bake
A good helping of fennel infuses this easy-bake roast with seasonal flavours. A handful of rosemary, oregano and thyme also make things extra herby.
Slow-roast pork shoulder with marmalade glaze
This pork shoulder boasts a sweet and sticky glaze, which will have your kitchen filled with mouthwatering scents as it roasts.
Harissa roast vegetables with chicken
Spicy harissa paste makes for a warming and zesty meal in this simple roast, perfect for using up any leftover vegetables.
Roast lamb rump with leek and butter beans
Recipe editor Angela Casley recommends a drizzling of sundried tomato dressing to brighten this seared and roasted lamb rump.
Hearty roast vegetables with burnt butter dressing
This vegetarian option makes no compromises on flavour, with a drizzling of homemade pan-fried burnt butter dressing.
Seafood roast with potatoes, chorizo and fennel
This one-pan Spanish seafood roast is best served with crusty bread and heavy spreads of butter for soaking up all the delicious juices that melt together.
Persian-stuffed chicken with cranberry sauce
This was originally picked as an impressive option for a Christmas dinner, but it’s a flavourful feast any time of year.
Roast beef and Yorkshire pudding
It’s hard to beat a serving of succulent beef, crispy Yorkshire puds, roast vegetables and rich gravy.
This golden, one-pan recipe comes courtesy of Donna Hay, and cooks the vegetables with the chicken for a fuss-free meal.
Roast pork loin with prune, orange and sage stuffing
Sweet, citrus notes from the orange make this dish feel excitingly festive, making it an ideal pick for a dinner party on a chilly night.
This warming soup recipe, with roast chicken as the star, comes from Onslow’s head chef Glen File. It’s also garnished with olive oil, toasted bread and a helping of croutons.
Dukkah lamb rump, beetroot and blue cheese salad
Angela Casley recommends going the extra step and toasting the walnuts to make this salad feel even more special.
Pea and mint-crusted leg of lamb
This lamb roast will make a stunning table centrepiece and is sure to satiate a hungry dinner crowd.
Annabel Langbein proposes that this vegetarian platter makes a good accompaniment for winter stews or roasts, but is also delicious as a light meal.
Slow-roast pork with apple and lavender sauce
This simple weekend roast comes from celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay — who some might call the king of roasting.
You can find goat legs at Halal butchers. This recipe pairs the roast with pickling onions, red wine, garlic and lemon zest.
10-hour slow-roast leg of lamb
This is the ultimate slow roast and a rewarding weekend project. It’s paired with homemade flatbreads and big dollops of yoghurt and garlic.
Rack of beef with Roquefort sauce
A heavy spread of Dijon mustard brings a punchy sharpness to this beef cut, while the garlic caramelises for added sweetness.
Roast chicken with oregano, shallots and creme fraiche
Eleanor Ozich recommends serving this one-pan roast with crusty bread and a fresh salad for a leisurely weekend lunch.
Rib roast with red wine-roasted onions
A glug of cabernet sauvignon over red onions makes a rich sauce for this delicious serving of rib-eye steaks.
Mid-week roast chicken with speedy stuffing
This roast chicken is a quick option that works for an impromptu dinner party or weekday meal.
Israeli couscous salad with roast chicken and apple
Need to use the leftovers from that roast chicken? This light, bright and sweet couscous salad has you covered.