Sunday Pot Roast Beef (Printable Version)

Tender beef roast with a medley of roasted carrots, potatoes, and aromatic herbs.

# Ingredient List:

→ Beef

01 - 1 (3 to 4 lb) chuck roast
02 - 2 tsp kosher salt
03 - 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
04 - 2 tbsp olive oil

→ Vegetables

05 - 4 large carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
06 - 3 parsnips, peeled and cut into chunks
07 - 3 medium Yukon gold potatoes, cut into 2-inch pieces
08 - 2 medium onions, quartered
09 - 4 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
10 - 2 celery stalks, cut into large pieces

→ Braising Liquid & Seasonings

11 - 2 cups beef broth (gluten-free if needed)
12 - 1 cup dry red wine or additional beef broth
13 - 2 tbsp tomato paste
14 - 2 tsp dried thyme
15 - 1 tsp dried rosemary
16 - 2 bay leaves

# Directions:

01 - Set the oven temperature to 325°F.
02 - Pat the chuck roast dry with paper towels and season all sides evenly with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
03 - Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the roast for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until deeply browned, then remove and set aside.
04 - Add onions, carrots, parsnips, potatoes, celery, and garlic to the pot. Cook while stirring occasionally for 5 minutes.
05 - Incorporate tomato paste into the vegetables and cook for 1 minute to develop flavor.
06 - Pour in the dry red wine, scraping the bottom of the pot to release browned bits. Simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
07 - Return the seared roast to the pot. Add beef broth, dried thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves, ensuring the liquid reaches halfway up the roast.
08 - Cover and cook in the preheated oven for 2 hours and 30 minutes to 3 hours. Turn the roast once halfway through. Continue until meat is fork-tender and vegetables are fully cooked.
09 - Remove bay leaves, let the roast rest for 10 minutes, then slice. Serve alongside the roasted vegetables and pan juices.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One-pot simplicity for easy clean up
  • Satisfying meal for gatherings and family dinners
02 -
  • You can swap sweet potatoes or rutabaga for a different root veggie flavor.
  • Thicken the sauce by simmering pan juices and whisking in a cornstarch slurry.
03 -
  • Turn the roast once during cooking for even tenderness.
  • Pair your meal with a bold red wine such as Cabernet Sauvignon for added flavor.
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