Description
Discover the delightful flavors of Comforting French Onion Pot Roast, a hearty dish that transforms busy weeknights into memorable family dinners. This pot roast is slow-cooked to perfection, ensuring tender beef infused with the rich essence of caramelized onions and savory broth. It’s an ideal meal for gatherings or cozy nights in, providing warmth and satisfaction with every bite. Whether served over creamy mashed potatoes, on a bed of rice, or with crusty bread for dipping, this recipe delivers comfort and flavor that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lb boneless chuck roast
- 3 lbs yellow onions
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 cup red apple vinegar or beef stock
- 2 ½ cups beef stock
- Fresh rosemary
- Bay leaf
- 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or brown sugar
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour or gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat a Dutch oven over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
- Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper; sear each side until browned (about 4-5 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add more olive oil, then sliced onions. Cook until caramelized (20-30 minutes), adding minced garlic near the end.
- Sprinkle flour over onions, stir in maple syrup (or brown sugar), and deglaze with red apple vinegar (or beef stock).
- Return the roast to the pot, add beef stock until it covers half the meat, and include rosemary and bay leaf.
- Cover and simmer on low for about 3 hours until tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 195 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 roast (approximately 227g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg