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Classic Pot Roast with Vegetables

A close-up of a serving of tender pot roast with chunks of carrots and potatoes in a rich gravy.
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A hearty and tender beef pot roast slow-braised with carrots, potatoes, and onions, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 lb beef chuck roast
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup dry red wine (optional)
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1.5 lbs potatoes, cut into chunks
  • 1 lb carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Season the chuck roast generously with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot over medium-high heat. Sear the roast on all sides until deeply browned. Remove roast and set aside.
  4. Add chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the beef broth and red wine (if using), scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  6. Return the roast to the pot. Add rosemary sprigs and bay leaf. Bring the liquid to a simmer.
  7. Cover the pot tightly and transfer to the preheated oven. Braise for 2.5 hours.
  8. Add the potato and carrot chunks to the pot, ensuring they are mostly submerged in the liquid.
  9. Continue to braise, covered, for another 1-1.5 hours, or until the vegetables are tender and the roast is fork-tender.
  10. Remove the roast and vegetables from the pot. Skim any excess fat from the cooking liquid. If desired, thicken the sauce with a cornstarch slurry.
  11. Slice the roast and serve with the vegetables and sauce.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can sear the roast in batches.
  • If you don’t have a Dutch oven, you can use a slow cooker. Sear the roast and sauté the vegetables on the stovetop, then transfer everything to the slow cooker and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-6 hours. Add vegetables during the last 2-3 hours of cooking.
  • This recipe is a great candidate for meal planning, as leftovers reheat well.

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