Cooking guidelines from defrosted: remove the defrosted meat from its vacuum packaging and pat dry with kitchen paper.

Allow the meat to come to room temperature for up to 30 minutes before cooking.

Preheat the oven to 250°C / fan 230°C / gas 9.

Season joint with salt and pepper just before cooking.

Sear the meat for 15 minutes in the oven. Reduce temperature to 180°C / fan 160°C / gas 4 and cook for 25-30 minutes per 450g (lb).

Once joint is cooked, rest it in the warm place for at least 20 minutes.

Cooking appliances vary in performance, these are guidelines only.