Chuck Roast Recipe
The chuck roast recipe is a classic comfort food that traces its roots back to the United States. It is a hearty dish traditionally prepared using a cut of beef known as chuck roast, which comes from the shoulder area of the cow.
Equipment
- Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot with a lid
- Oven
Ingredients
- 3-4 pounds chuck roast
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup red wine (optional)
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 4 carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
- 4 potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
Instructions
- Set oven temperature to 325°F, or 160°C.On all sides, liberally season the chuck roast with salt and pepper.
- In a Dutch oven, warm the olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the roast for three to four minutes on each side, or until browned on all sides.
- Take out and place the roast aside.Add the onion and garlic to the same saucepan and sauté until aromatic and softened.
- Using beef broth and red wine (if desired), deglaze the saucepan while scraping off any browned bits from the bottom.
- Add the potatoes, carrots, bay leaves, thyme, and rosemary and stir.Place the seared chuck roast back into the pot, tucking it in between the veggies.
- Place a lid on the saucepan and slide it into the oven that has been preheated.
- Roast it for three to four hours, or until the meat is fork-tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
- Remove the pot from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.