Description
Indulge in the warmth of a Comforting French Onion Pot Roast, perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings alike. This dish features tender beef smothered in a rich onion gravy, showcasing caramelized onions that add depth to every bite. With minimal hands-on preparation, you can set it to slow cook while focusing on other tasks. The savory flavors blend seamlessly, making this pot roast a true crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread. Whether you’re meal prepping or enjoying leftovers, this recipe is sure to satisfy your taste buds and warm your soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lb boneless chuck roast
- 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 lbs yellow onions
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or brown sugar
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour or gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 cup red apple vinegar or extra beef stock
- 2 1/2 cups beef stock
- 1 sprig rosemary
- 1 bay leaf
Instructions
- Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat and sear the roast until browned on all sides. Remove from the pot.
- In the same pot, add sliced onions and a pinch of salt; cook until caramelized (about 20 minutes). Stir in minced garlic, maple syrup (or brown sugar), flour, additional olive oil, salt, and pepper; cook for another 5 minutes.
- Return the roast to the pot with the onion mixture. Pour in red apple vinegar (or extra beef stock) and beef stock; add rosemary sprig and bay leaf.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for about 3 hours or until tender. Check liquid levels occasionally.
- Slice against the grain before serving with caramelized onions on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 195 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 352
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg