Pot roast

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Pot roast is a hearty, comforting dish that’s perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners at home. It typically features a large cut of beef slowly cooked in liquid until tender, often accompanied by vegetables like carrots, potatoes, and onions. The slow cooking process allows the meat to become fork-tender while absorbing flavors from herbs, broth, and other seasonings.

Simple Pot Roast Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 3–4 pound beef chuck roast
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth (or a combination of broth and red wine)
  • 2–3 carrots, cut into chunks
  • 3 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Optional: ½ cup tomato paste

Instructions:

  1. Preparation:
    • Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
    • Pat the beef chuck roast dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Searing:
    • In a large Dutch oven or heavy pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat.
    • Add the roast and sear on all sides until browned, about 3–4 minutes per side. This step enhances flavor through caramelization.
    • Remove the roast from the pot and set aside.
  3. Sautéing Vegetables:
    • In the same pot, add the sliced onions and cook until they start to soften, around 5 minutes.
    • Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. Deglazing:
    • Add beef broth (and red wine if using) to deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom with a wooden spoon.
    • If using tomato paste, stir it into the liquid until well combined.
  5. Braising:
    • Return the roast to the pot and nestle in carrots, potatoes, thyme, and bay leaves around it.
    • Bring the mixture to a simmer on the stovetop.
  6. Oven Cooking:
    • Cover the pot with its lid or tightly with aluminum foil.
    • Transfer to the preheated oven.
    • Cook for about 3–4 hours, or until the meat is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
  7. Finishing Touches:
    • Remove from the oven and let it rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing.
    • Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
    • Discard thyme sprigs and bay leaves before serving.
  8. Serving:
    • Serve the pot roast with its rich sauce, along with vegetables, on a bed of mashed potatoes or over rice for an extra hearty meal.

Enjoy your delicious pot roast as a comforting centerpiece that’s sure to satisfy!

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