Classic Pot Roast

American · Winter · 240 min · Serves 6 · By The Lesapor Kitchen

Warm up your winter nights with this classic pot roast, perfect for a cozy family dinner. It's simple to prepare and delivers a tender, flavorful result that everyone will love.

Ingredients

• 3 pounds beef chuck roast
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups beef broth
• 4 medium carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
• 3 stalks celery, cut into chunks
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 teaspoons dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Method

1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
2. Season the beef chuck roast generously with salt and pepper.
3. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the roast and sear on all sides until browned, about 4 minutes per side. Remove the roast and set aside.
4. Add the chopped onion to the pot and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
5. Stir in the tomato paste, cooking for 2 minutes until it darkens slightly.
6. Pour in the beef broth and stir to deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits.
7. Return the roast to the pot. Add carrots, celery, thyme, and rosemary.
8. Bring the mixture to a simmer, cover with a lid, and transfer to the preheated oven.
9. Cook for 3 to 3.5 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender, checking occasionally and adding more broth if needed.
10. Once done, remove the roast from the oven. Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving with the vegetables and sauce.