Spicy Italian Beef Roast 1 package onion soup mix 1/4 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper to taste 1 teaspoon garlic powder or 3 cloves fresh garlic, finely chopped 1/2 teaspoon oregano 1/2 teaspoon basil 1 (2 pound) rump roast Combine soup mix and spices with 3 cups water in a roasting pan Add roast and bake at 350 degrees F for 3 hours, turning roast once and basting often with juices.