Trimlestown Roast Sirloin

Servings: 4

1 (3 pound) sirloin roast
2 ounces whiskey
10 ounces red wine
1 ounce butter
2 ounces flour
Salt and pepper

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).

Wipe meat, season and place in a roasting pan. Place pan in oven and bake for one hour.

Add the whiskey and wine to the pan. Cook for a further hour, basting once more.

Remove the roast from the pan, place on a serving dish and keep warm. Pour off excess fat from the meat juices, adding water to bring to about 15 ounces.

Beat the butter into the flour to form a smooth paste. Add a little of the juices to this and mix well, then pour onto juices, mixing again, and bring to the boil. Simmer gently for 2-3 minutes to cook flour. Correct the seasoning. If the sauce is too thick, add a little more water.

Serve separately in a gravy boat.