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Savory French Onion Pot Roast

A hearty and comforting pot roast infused with the rich flavors of French onion soup, perfect for cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Meat
  • 3 pounds beef chuck roast trimmed of excess fat
Vegetables
  • 2 large yellow onions sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups beef broth low sodium
  • 1 cup dry white wine optional
Herbs and Spices
  • 2 teaspoons thyme dried
  • 1 teaspoon rosemary dried
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
Fats
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for searing

Method
 

Prepare the Ingredients
  1. Slice the onions and mince the garlic.
  2. Season the beef chuck roast with salt and pepper.
Sear the Meat
  1. In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Sear the roast on all sides until browned, about 4-5 minutes per side.
Cook the Onions
  1. Remove the roast and add sliced onions to the pot.
  2. Cook the onions until caramelized, about 15-20 minutes.
Combine and Braise
  1. Add minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, and beef broth to the onions.
  2. Return the roast to the pot, cover, and simmer on low for 2-3 hours until tender.
Serve
  1. Remove the roast from the pot and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  2. Serve with the onion broth and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes or crusty bread.

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