Description
French Onion Pot Roast: A Hearty Comfort Dish
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 lbs beef chuck roast: Trimmed of excess fat.
- Salt and pepper: To taste.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil: For browning the meat.
- 4 large onions: Thinly sliced (yellow or sweet onions work best).
- 4 cloves garlic: Minced.
- 2 cups beef broth: For moisture and flavor.
- 1 cup dry white wine: (or additional beef broth).
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce: For depth of flavor.
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme: For seasoning.
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary: For seasoning.
- 1–2 bay leaves: For added aroma.
- Fresh parsley: Chopped, for garnish.
- Crusty bread: For dipping (optional).
- Grated cheese: Such as Gruyère or Swiss, for topping (optional).
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) if cooking in the oven.
- Season the beef chuck roast generously with salt and pepper on all sides.
- In a large Dutch oven or heavy pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the seasoned roast and sear it on all sides until browned (about 4-5 minutes per side). Remove the roast and set it aside.
- In the same pot, add the sliced onions and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until they are caramelized and golden brown (about 15-20 minutes).
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the beef broth, white wine, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir to combine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
- Add the thyme, rosemary, bay leaves, and return the browned roast to the pot.
- Oven Method: Cover the pot with a lid and transfer it to the preheated oven. Cook for 3-4 hours, or until the roast is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
- Slow Cooker Method: Transfer the contents to a slow cooker, cover, and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours.
- Once the roast is tender, remove it from the pot and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve the pot roast with the caramelized onions and broth spooned over the top. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
- If desired, top with grated cheese and serve with crusty bread for dipping.
Notes
- Choose high-quality beef for best results.
- Letting the roast rest enhances its flavor.
- Adjust seasonings to your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Oven or Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: French Onion Pot Roast, Comfort Food, Beef Roast