Description
French Onion Pot Roast is a comforting dish that wraps you in warmth with its rich flavors and tender beef. Slow-cooked to perfection, this recipe combines savory chuck roast with sweet caramelized onions and aromatic herbs, creating an unforgettable meal for family gatherings or cozy nights at home. Each bite evokes nostalgia and joy, making it a must-try for any home cook.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs chuck roast
- 3 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- 1 cup red wine (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the chuck roast on all sides until browned (about 4-5 minutes per side). Remove from pot.
- Add sliced onions and minced garlic to the pot; sauté until golden brown (about 10 minutes).
- Deglaze with red wine, scraping up any bits from the bottom. Add beef broth, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Return the roast to the pot, cover with a lid, and simmer on low heat or in the oven for about 3 hours, checking for fork tenderness.
- Let rest before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg