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Caramelized French Onion Pot Roast


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3.9 from 139 reviews

  • Author: stella
  • Total Time: 260-380 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

A hearty pot roast featuring savory beef and sweet caramelized onions, simmered to perfection for a comforting family meal.


Ingredients

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  • 34 pounds beef chuck roast
  • 4 large onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup French onion soup
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh thyme for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring frequently, until they are soft and caramelized, about 20-30 minutes.
  2. Season the beef chuck roast with salt and pepper on all sides. In a large pot or Dutch oven, sear the roast on all sides until browned.
  3. Once the roast is browned, remove it from the pot and set it aside. Add the caramelized onions back into the pot.
  4. Pour in the beef broth and French onion soup, and stir in the Worcestershire sauce. Return the seared roast to the pot, cover it, and cook on low heat for 4-6 hours, or until the meat is tender.
  5. Once done, remove the roast from the pot and let it rest before slicing.
  6. Serve with the onion sauce and garnish with fresh thyme if desired.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use homemade beef broth. Feel free to add garlic or mushrooms for additional flavor.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 240-360 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg