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Savory French Onion Pot Roast

Savory French Onion Pot Roast for Cozy Family Dinners

Savory French Onion Pot Roast delivers warmth and comfort, perfect for family dinners with its rich flavor and tender beef.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 50 minutes
Course One-Pot Meals
Cuisine French
Servings 6 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Ingredients
  

For the Roast

  • 3 to 4 pounds beef chuck roast this cut becomes incredibly tender during slow cooking
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for searing the roast
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper for seasoning

For the Flavor Base

  • 2 large yellow onions thinly sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour for thickening
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste to enrich the flavor
  • 1 cup beef broth for a savory base
  • ½ cup red wine optional
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce for added flavor
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 bay leaves

For the Vegetables

  • 4 large carrots cut into chunks
  • 1 pound baby potatoes halved

For the Finishing Touches

  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar for brightening flavors
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped for garnish

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
  • Generously season the beef chuck roast with salt and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven and sear the roast for about 4 minutes on each side until brown.
  • Sauté the onions in the same pot over medium heat for about 5 minutes until they start turning golden.
  • Add minced garlic, cooking for another minute, then sprinkle in flour and tomato paste.
  • Deglaze the pot with beef broth, red wine, and Worcestershire sauce while scraping up browned bits.
  • Add thyme and bay leaves, then nestle the roast back into the pot.
  • Arrange the carrots and potatoes around the roast.
  • Cover and transfer the pot to the preheated oven. Cook for 3 to 3.5 hours.
  • Remove from oven and let the roast and vegetables rest on a serving platter.
  • Stir in balsamic vinegar to the remaining cooking liquid and adjust seasoning as needed.
  • Slice the roast and serve with vegetables, ladling the cooking liquid over the top and garnishing with parsley.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. It's even more delicious the next day.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg
Keyword beef chuck roast, comfort food, family dinners, pot roast, Savory French Onion Pot Roast
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