Description
Experience the cozy warmth of a Delicious French Onion Pot Roast, a dish that brings rich, savory flavors to your table. Perfect for family gatherings or intimate dinners, this recipe features tender beef braised with caramelized onions and aromatic herbs, creating a comforting meal that will delight everyone. The slow-cooking process ensures that the beef is melt-in-your-mouth tender while the sweet and savory notes from the onions infuse every bite. Serve it over creamy mashed potatoes or alongside toasted baguette slices for a truly satisfying experience. This pot roast is not just a meal; it’s an invitation to enjoy quality time with loved ones around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 to 4 pounds boneless chuck roast
- Olive oil
- Unsalted butter
- 4 large yellow onions
- 6 cloves minced garlic
- ¾ cup white grape juice
- 3 cups beef broth
- Fresh herbs: rosemary and thyme
- Salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300°F.
- Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper, then sear in olive oil until golden brown on both sides.
- In the same pot, caramelize sliced onions in butter until light brown.
- Stir in minced garlic and white grape juice; let reduce.
- Add beef broth, herbs, and return the seared roast to the pot.
- Cover and braise in the oven for about 3.5 hours until tender.
- Shred the beef, top with Gruyere cheese, and return to oven until melted.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours and 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: French/American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg