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Savory French Onion Pot Roast

Savory French Onion Pot Roast for Cozy Family Dinners

Experience the comforting flavors of Savory French Onion Pot Roast perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pot Roast
  • 3 pounds Beef Chuck Roast Ideal for slow cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For searing the roast
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
For the Onion Mixture
  • 4 medium Yellow Onions Thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 3 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 4 cups Beef Broth Or more if needed
  • 1 cup Red Wine Optional
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce
For the Aromatics & Vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme Fresh, chopped
  • 2 leaves Bay Leaves
  • 4 medium Carrots Chopped
  • 1.5 pounds Baby Potatoes Halved
For Finishing Touches
  • 1 tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar Splash at the end
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. Season the roast on all sides with salt and pepper.
  3. Sear the beef in olive oil in a Dutch oven for about 4 minutes on each side.
  4. Sauté the sliced onions until translucent and caramelized, about 5 minutes.
  5. Add minced garlic, then stir in flour and tomato paste; cook for another minute.
  6. Pour in beef broth, red wine, and Worcestershire sauce, scraping up any bits.
  7. Return the seared roast to the pot and add thyme and bay leaves.
  8. Surround the roast with carrots and baby potatoes in the pot.
  9. Cover and bake for 3 to 3.5 hours until fork-tender.
  10. Remove from oven, skim excess fat, stir in balsamic vinegar, and serve garnished with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 38gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Best enjoyed with crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes.

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