Irresistibly Tender French Onion Pot Roast for Cozy Nights

Experience the comfort of French Onion Pot Roast with tender meat and rich onion gravy, perfect for chilly nights and family dinners.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 4

Resting Time 15

Total Time 4 15

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: French

Calories: 500

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Meat

3 pounds Chuck Roast Boneless

For the Vegetables

3 medium Yellow Onions Sliced
4 cloves Garlic Minced

For Cooking

2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil For searing
2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour For thickening
1 cup Red Wine Good dry variety
4 cups Beef Stock To cover the roast

For Flavor

2 tablespoons Maple Syrup Adjust based on sweetness preference
2 sprigs Fresh Rosemary
1 leaf Bay Leaf

Equipment

Dutch oven

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
Pat the chuck roast dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven and sear the roast for 5-7 minutes on each side.
Remove the roast and caramelize the onions for 25-30 minutes in the same pot.
Add minced garlic and maple syrup, cook for 7-8 minutes.
Sprinkle flour over the mixture, then pour in red wine and deglaze the pot.
Introduce beef stock, ensuring it covers two-thirds of the roast, and add herbs.
Nestle the chuck roast back and cover the pot; bake for 3-4 hours.
Remove the pot and let the roast rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 42gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Allowing the roast to rest helps retain juices and enhance flavors. Adjust sweetness with alternative ingredients if desired.

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