Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C)
Pat the roast beef dry with paper towels
Season all sides with salt, black pepper, and any desired herbs or spices
Place the roast on a rack in a roasting pan
Insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the roast
Roast at 450°F (230°C) for 15 to 20 minutes
Reduce the oven temperature to 325°F (165°C)
Continue roasting until the desired internal temperature is reached
Remove from the oven when the thermometer reads:
125°F to 130°F for rare
135°F to 140°F for medium-rare
145°F to 150°F for medium
Let the roast rest for 15 to 20 minutes before slicing
Slice against the grain and serve