Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this easy pot roast recipe, perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners. Picture a succulent beef roast simmering slowly to achieve melt-in-your-mouth tenderness, surrounded by flavorful vegetables and bathed in rich, savory gravy. This classic dish is not only simple to prepare but also delivers deep, satisfying flavors that evoke warmth and nostalgia. From searing the meat to letting it braise for hours, each step builds layers of deliciousness that will have everyone asking for seconds. Serve it with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a complete meal that warms both heart and soul.
Ingredients
- 3–4 pounds Chuck Roast
- Salt and Pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 Onion (chopped)
- 3–4 Carrots (cut into chunks)
- 3–4 Potatoes (quartered)
- 2 cups Beef Broth
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).
- In a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Season the chuck roast generously with salt and pepper, then sear each side until browned (about 5 minutes per side).
- Remove the roast and sauté chopped onions, carrots, and potatoes in the same pot for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Return the roast to the pot, pour in beef broth until nearly submerged, and cover.
- Cook in the preheated oven for 3-4 hours or until fork-tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider incorporating herbs like thyme or rosemary during cooking. - Leftover pot roast can be shredded for sandwiches or added to soups.