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Classic Beef Pot Roast (Fork-Tender)

  • Author: Lilly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 hours
  • Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Braising
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Experience the warmth of home-cooked goodness with this Classic Beef Pot Roast, featuring tender beef and vibrant vegetables simmered to perfection for a comforting meal.


Ingredients

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  • 3 to 4 lbs chuck roast
  • 4 medium carrots, chopped
  • 2 lbs Yukon gold potatoes, quartered
  • 2 sweet onions, diced
  • 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 2 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
  • 2 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).
  2. In a large Dutch oven or heavy pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the chuck roast generously with salt and pepper. Sear each side of the roast until browned, about four minutes per side.
  3. Remove the roast temporarily. In the same pot, add chopped onions and minced garlic. Sauté until soft and fragrant, about three minutes. Return the roast to the pot.
  4. Arrange chopped carrots and quartered potatoes around the roast. Pour in beef broth until vegetables are nearly submerged.
  5. Sprinkle fresh thyme and rosemary on top of the roast and vegetables.
  6. Cover the pot with a lid and place it in the preheated oven. Cook for four hours without peeking! Allow the roast to rest for fifteen minutes before slicing.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe (approximately 300g)
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: Feel free to customize your vegetable selection based on seasonal produce. For an added flavor boost, consider incorporating garlic powder or onion powder when seasoning your roast.