Keep the roast frozen until 3 to 4 days before preparation. Thaw in the refrigerator.<br /><br /><strong>Roasting Instructions&#58;</strong> For maximum flavor and tenderness, preheat the oven to 325&deg;&nbsp;F. Remove the film from roast. Place the roast in a roasting pan, fat side up. Season with black pepper, whole leaf thyme &#40;generous&#41;, garlic powder and a whole bay leaf &#40;remove the bay leaf before serving&#41;. Rub seasoning over entire fat side and ends of roast.<br /><br /><table width=300 BORDER=1 RULES=NONE FRAME=BOX><tr><td width=95><strong>Internal<br />Temperature</strong></td> <td width=85><strong>Degree of<br />Doneness</strong></td><td width=105><strong>Roasting Time<br />Min. Per Pound</strong></td></tr><tr bgcolor="#e7c699"><td>140&deg;&nbsp;F</td><td>Rare</td><td>Approx. 22 minutes</td></tr><tr><td>160&deg;&nbsp;F</td><td>Medium</td><td>Approx. 26 minutes</td></tr><tr bgcolor="#e7c699"><td>170&deg;&nbsp;F</td><td>Well Done</td><td>Approx. 33 minutes</td></tr></table>