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French Onion Pot Roast

French Onion Pot Roast: Tender Comfort in Every Bite

This French Onion Pot Roast offers a comforting blend of caramelized onions and tender beef, perfect for chilly evenings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pot Roast
  • 3-4 pounds Chuck Roast Choose a well-marbled cut for tenderness.
  • to taste Salt Season generously before searing.
  • to taste Black Pepper Season generously before searing.
For the Onions
  • 3 large Yellow Onions Essential for caramelization.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil.
  • a pinch Sugar Optional for enhancing sweetness.
For the Broth
  • 1 cup Beef Broth Plus additional to cover meat.
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce Recommended for flavor complexity.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Can swap with Italian seasoning.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Thinly slice the yellow onions about 1/4-inch thick for even caramelization.
  2. In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the sliced onions. Stir occasionally for 30-40 minutes until golden brown and caramelized.
  3. Pat the chuck roast dry and generously season both sides with salt and black pepper.
  4. Sear the roast in the pot for 3-4 minutes per side until a brown crust forms.
  5. Pour in 1 cup of beef broth and deglaze the pot by scraping the bottom with a wooden spoon.
  6. Return the caramelized onions to the pot and add Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, and more beef broth as needed to nearly cover the roast.
  7. Cover the pot and slow cook in a preheated oven at 325°F for 3-4 hours until tender.
  8. Let the roast rest for 15 minutes, then slice or shred meat, and serve as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Serve with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or crusty bread to soak up the gravy.

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