The annual St. Patrick's Day Parade on Fifth Avenue in New York City. The annual St. Patrick's Day Parade on Fifth Avenue in New York City. Â©bigstockphoto.com/Stu99 Celebrate St Patrick's Day. Celebrations concentrate on Irish themed parties, drinks and food. Many people get into the spirit by dressing in green clothing and eating green colored food.
1 To thaw beef in cold water, do not remove packaging. 2  Be sure the package is airtight or put it into a leakproof bag. 3  Submerge the beef in cold water, changing the water every 30 minutes so that it continues to thaw. 4  Small packages of beef may thaw in an hour or less; a 3- to 4-pound roast may take 2 to 3 hours. Be sure the package is airtight or put it into a leakproof bag. 2  Submerge the beef in cold water, changing the water every 30 minutes so that it continues to thaw. 3  Small packages of beef may thaw in an hour or less; a 3- to 4-pound roast may take 2 to 3 hours.
  Answer   If frozen then a 4 lb. beef roast will cook faster. Put the oven up to 400 (lid on roaster) for 20 - 30 minutes and sear, then put the temperature down to â¦ 350 and cook 15 minutes per pound.  If the 4 lb. beef roast is thawed then sear as above and cook for 20 minutes per pound. to 5lb Joint 1Â½ to 2 hours 5 to 7 lb Joint 2 to 2Â½ hours 7 to 10lb Joint 2Â½ to 3 hours The beef can be taken out sooner if you prefer rare (bloody) meat. Tips for a better roast.