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Comforting French Onion Pot Roast

Comforting French Onion Pot Roast for Cozy Family Dinners

Enjoy a savory Comforting French Onion Pot Roast that will nourish the body and soul, perfect for family dinners.
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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: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pot Roast
  • 3 lbs Boneless Chuck Roast Bottom round can be a substitute.
  • 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil Essential for searing.
  • to taste Fine Sea Salt
  • to taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper
For the Caramelized Onions
  • 3 lbs Yellow Onions Slice into 1/4-inch rings.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tbsp Maple Syrup Honey can be substituted.
  • 1 tbsp All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour is a good swap.
For the Braising Liquid
  • 1 cup Dry Red Wine Alternately use beef stock.
  • 2.5 cups Beef Stock Low-sodium preferred.
  • 1 Bay Leaf Discard before serving.
  • 1 sprig Fresh Rosemary Dried rosemary can be used.

Equipment

  • Large heavy-bottomed pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep the Roast: Pat the boneless chuck roast dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Sear the Roast: Heat olive oil in a pot over medium-high heat, sear the roast for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown, then remove from pot.
  3. Caramelize Onions: In the same pot, add sliced onions with a pinch of salt and pepper, cooking for 25-30 minutes until soft and golden brown.
  4. Add Flavorings: Stir in minced garlic and maple syrup, followed by all-purpose flour; deglaze the pot with dry red wine.
  5. Create Braising Liquid: Pour in the beef stock, bay leaf, and fresh rosemary, simmering until combined.
  6. Braise Roast: Return the roast to the pot, cover, and braise in a preheated oven at 300°F for 3-4 hours.
  7. Check Tenderness: After 3 hours, check if the roast is fork-tender; if not, continue cooking.
  8. Rest and Serve: Remove the roast from the oven, let it rest in the sauce for 10-15 minutes before shredding and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Taste braising liquid before serving and adjust seasoning if necessary for maximum flavor.

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