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Slow-Braised Pot Roast
Fork-tender chuck roast braised low and slow with carrots, onions, and a rich red wine gravy. Pure comfort on a plate.
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Ingredients
- 3 lbs beef chuck roast
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large yellow onion, quartered
- 4 carrots, cut into chunks
- 4 cloves garlic, smashed
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup dry red wine
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
Method
- Pat the roast dry, season all over with salt and pepper, and sear in hot oil on every side until deeply browned.
- Remove the roast and saute the onion, carrots, and garlic in the rendered fat for five minutes.
- Return the roast to the pot, pour in the wine and broth, add the thyme, and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cover and braise in a 325 degree oven for three hours until the meat shreds easily with a fork.
Cook's note: Nutrition and timing are approximate. Always cook proteins and seafood to a safe internal temperature. See our disclaimer.
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