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French Onion Pot Roast Recipe

Mouthwatering French Onion Pot Roast Recipe for Cozy Nights

This French Onion Pot Roast Recipe is a comforting one-pot meal perfect for cozy nights.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pot Roast
  • 3-4 lb Beef Chuck Roast Choose a cut with good marbling for moist, tender results.
  • 4 Yellow Onions Sliced thinly; substitutes can include shallots or red onions.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced for enhanced flavor.
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Preferably low-sodium for moisture and depth.
  • 2 teaspoons Fresh Thyme Aromatic herb that complements the beef and onions.
  • 2 leaves Bay Leaves To be removed before serving.
  • Salt and Pepper Essential for seasoning; adjust to taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For searing the meat and sautéing onions.
Optional Garnish
  • Gruyère or Swiss Cheese For melting on top of the pot roast.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by slicing the yellow onions thinly and mincing the garlic. Pat the beef chuck roast dry and season with salt and pepper.
  2. In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sear the roast for about 4 minutes on each side. Remove and set aside.
  3. Using the same pot, add the onions and cook for about 20 minutes until soft and golden brown.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic and a splash of maple syrup, cooking for an additional 7-8 minutes.
  5. Sprinkle flour over the onions, deglaze with red wine, then return the roast to the pot along with beef broth, thyme, and bay leaves.
  6. Cover and transfer to a preheated oven at 300°F, cooking for 3-4 hours until fork-tender.
  7. Remove bay leaves and thyme. Shred the roast in the pot and mix with onions. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 20mg

Notes

Allow the roast to rest for 10-15 minutes after cooking for better juice distribution. Freeze leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3 months.

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