Sunday Pot Roast Veggies (Print)

Tender beef paired with flavorful roasted root vegetables for a comforting family meal.

# Components:

→ Beef

01 - 1 (3 to 4 lb) chuck roast
02 - 2 teaspoons kosher salt
03 - 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
04 - 2 tablespoons 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 necessary)
12 - 1 cup dry red wine or additional beef broth
13 - 2 tablespoons tomato paste
14 - 2 teaspoons dried thyme
15 - 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
16 - 2 bay leaves

# Directions:

01 - Set oven temperature to 325°F.
02 - Pat the chuck roast dry 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 and sear the roast for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until deeply browned. Remove and set aside.
04 - Add onions, carrots, parsnips, potatoes, celery, and garlic to the pot and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
05 - Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to develop flavor.
06 - Pour in red wine, scraping the bottom of the pot to loosen browned bits. Simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
07 - Return the roast to the pot. Add beef broth, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves, ensuring liquid reaches halfway up the roast.
08 - Cover and transfer pot to the oven. Cook for 2.5 to 3 hours, turning the roast once halfway through, until meat is fork-tender and vegetables are fully cooked.
09 - Remove bay leaves. Let the roast rest 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with roasted vegetables and pan juices.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One-pot meal with minimal cleanup
  • Hearty and perfect for gatherings
02 -
  • Check beef broth for gluten if you need a gluten-free dish
  • You can substitute sweet potatoes or rutabaga for carrots or potatoes
03 -
  • For thicker sauce, simmer pan juices on the stove and whisk in cornstarch slurry
  • Pair with a bold red wine such as Cabernet Sauvignon for best flavor
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