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Comforting French Onion Pot Roast

Comforting French Onion Pot Roast: Hearty Family Delight

Discover the secrets behind this Comforting French Onion Pot Roast, an embrace on a plate with tender chuck roast, caramelized onions, and savory herbs.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pot Roast
  • 3 lbs Chuck Roast Boneless cut ensures tenderness and flavor.
  • to taste Fine Sea Salt Enhances flavor.
  • to taste Ground Black Pepper Freshly ground is best.
  • 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil Used for searing and caramelizing.
For the Aromatics
  • 3 lbs Yellow Onions Approx. 8 medium, main flavor component.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, adjust based on taste.
  • 1 tbsp Maple Syrup or Brown Sugar Can be omitted.
For the Sauce
  • 1 tbsp All-Purpose Flour Helps thicken the sauce.
  • 1 cup Red Wine or Extra Beef Stock Substitute with beef stock for non-alcoholic.
  • 2.5 cups Beef Stock Foundation of the braising liquid.
  • 1 sprig Rosemary Fresh for best flavor.
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your Dutch oven over medium heat for about 2-3 minutes, then add olive oil.
    Comforting French Onion Pot Roast
  2. Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper, then sear for 10-12 minutes until browned.
    Comforting French Onion Pot Roast
  3. Remove the roast and let it rest on a plate.
    Comforting French Onion Pot Roast
  4. Add sliced onions and olive oil to the pot, season, and cook for 5 minutes, then lower heat and cook for 20 more minutes.
    Comforting French Onion Pot Roast
  5. Stir in minced garlic and sweetener, continuing to cook for 7-8 minutes.
    Comforting French Onion Pot Roast
  6. Sprinkle flour over onions, stir, then deglaze with wine or stock.
    Comforting French Onion Pot Roast
  7. Return the roast to the pot, add beef stock, rosemary, and bay leaf.
    Comforting French Onion Pot Roast
  8. Bring to a simmer, cover, and braise in the oven at 300°F for 3 hours.
    Comforting French Onion Pot Roast
  9. After 3 hours, flip the roast and braise for another 30-45 minutes until fork-tender.
    Comforting French Onion Pot Roast
  10. Remove from oven, let rest for 10 minutes, slice, and serve with sauce.
    Comforting French Onion Pot Roast

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a complete meal. Always allow resting for optimal juiciness.

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