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Slow-Braised Beef Roast

Tender Slow-Braised Beef Roast with a Sweet Balsamic Twist

This Slow-Braised Beef Roast is fork-tender and features a sweet balsamic glaze, making it an irresistible comfort food masterpiece.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Roast
  • 3 lbs Beef Chuck Roast well-marbled for tenderness
  • 1 tbsp Salt sea or kosher salt
  • 1 tbsp Black Pepper
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil for searing
For the Glaze
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 cups Beef Broth homemade or store-bought
  • 1/2 cup Balsamic Vinegar or red wine vinegar
  • 2 tbsp Brown Sugar
  • 2 cups Whole Cranberries frozen is fine
  • 2 tsp Fresh Thyme or 1 tsp dried thyme
Optional Add-Ins
  • 2 medium Carrots chopped

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the beef by patting it dry and seasoning it with salt and black pepper. Let it sit for 30 minutes.
  2. Sear the meat in olive oil for 5-7 minutes on each side until browned.
  3. Sauté chopped onion in the same pot until softened, then add minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
  4. Deglaze the pot with balsamic vinegar, scraping up browned bits, and simmer for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Stir in beef broth and brown sugar, bring to a simmer, then return beef to the pot.
  6. Add cranberries and thyme around the beef, and carrots if using.
  7. Cover the pot and braise in the oven at 325°F for 3 to 3.5 hours.
  8. Rest the roast for 10 minutes after cooking, then skim excess fat from the sauce.
  9. Slice or shred the beef, serve with glaze over the top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Searing is crucial for flavor. Customize vegetables and glaze sweetness to your liking.

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