English Sirloin Tip Roast with Bacon

Description
A protective layer of bacon keeps this sirloin tip roast moist throughout the cooking process. For most accurate oasting, make use of a meat thermometer inserted into the centre of the thickest muscle.
 * Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group
 * For 6 servings

Ingredients

 * 2½ – 3 lb boned and tied sirloin tip roast
 * 3 small cloves garlic, slivered
 * 2 tbsp Dijon-style mustard
 * ½ tsp dried thyme leaves
 * 6 slices bacon

Directions

 * 1) Cut slits into the roast and insert slivered garlic, placing pieces evenly around the whole roast.
 * 2) Rub with 1 tablespoon of the mustard. Sprinkle with the thyme.
 * 3) Place on roasting rack.
 * 4) Top roast with the bacon, with ends covered the sides.
 * 5) Insert meat thermometer into the thickest portion of the meat.
 * 6) Roast at 325°F until meat thermometer registers 145°F for rare, or 160°F for medium to well done.
 * 7) Transfer meat to serving board or platter. Remove bacon and strings. Replace bacon.
 * 8) Pour pan drippings into small skillet.
 * 9) Whisk in remaining 1 tablespoon mustard and heat to boiling.
 * 10) Continue boiling until drippings are shiny and thickened.
 * 11) Spoon sauce over roast, slice and serve immediately.