This Dutch Oven Pot Roast is melt-in-your-mouth tender with rich, savory flavors. Perfect for cozy family dinners or special occasions, it’s a comforting and foolproof dish that’ll make your kitchen smell amazing! 😋
### 📝 Ingredients
– *3-4 lb chuck roast*
– *Salt and pepper* – to taste
– *2 tbsp olive oil*
– *1 large onion* – chopped
– *3 cloves garlic* – minced
– *4 large carrots* – cut into chunks
– *3-4 medium potatoes* – diced
– *3 cups beef broth*
– *1 cup red wine* (optional; or substitute with more beef broth)
– *2 tbsp tomato paste*
– *1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce*
– *1 tsp dried thyme*
– *1 tsp dried rosemary*
– *2 bay leaves*
– *Fresh parsley* – chopped, for garnish
### 🔥 Instructions
1. *Preheat & Sear the Roast:*
– Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
– Season the chuck roast generously with salt and pepper. In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the roast on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the roast and set aside.
2. *Sauté the Vegetables:*
– In the same Dutch oven, add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
– Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to deepen the flavor.
3. *Build the Braising Liquid:*
– Pour in the beef broth, red wine (if using), and Worcestershire sauce, scraping up any browned bits on the bottom of the pot. Add thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves.
4. *Add the Roast & Vegetables:*
– Return the seared roast to the Dutch oven and add carrots and potatoes around it. Spoon some of the liquid over the roast.
5. *Braise in the Oven:*
– Cover the Dutch oven with its lid and place in the preheated oven. Braise for 3-4 hours, or until the roast is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork. Check occasionally and add a bit more broth if needed.
6. *Serve & Garnish:*
– Remove the bay leaves, slice or shred the roast, and serve with the vegetables and rich broth. Garnish with fresh parsley and pair with crusty bread for an unforgettable meal! 🥖🥰
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*Calories:* ~550 per serving
*Prep Time:* 15 minutes
*Cook Time:* 3-4 hours
