Description
A comforting pot roast simmered with caramelized onions and savory broth that evokes cherished family traditions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 lb beef chuck roast
- 2 large onions, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup French onion soup
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Season the beef roast with salt and pepper.
- In a Dutch oven, heat some oil over medium heat and brown the roast on all sides.
- Remove the roast and set it aside.
- In the same pot, add sliced onions and cook until caramelized, about 10-15 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add beef broth, French onion soup, and Worcestershire sauce, mixing well.
- Return the roast to the pot and cover it.
- Place in the oven and cook for 3-4 hours until the meat is tender.
- Let it rest before slicing, and garnish with fresh thyme before serving.
Notes
To reduce calories, consider using a leaner cut of beef or low-fat soup. Adding more vegetables can boost nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: pot roast, French onion, beef, comfort food, family recipe