Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Italian Pot Roast, where tender beef chuck is simmered in a rich tomato sauce infused with aromatic herbs. This hearty dish transforms any chilly evening into a warm gathering filled with laughter and delicious aromas. Perfect for dinner parties or cozy family meals, this pot roast pairs beautifully with creamy mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the luscious sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lb beef chuck roast
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 medium onions, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup dry red wine
- 2 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 3 celery stalks, sliced
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Prepare your ingredients by chopping onions, carrots, and celery into uniform pieces and mincing garlic.
- 2. In a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add the olive oil and sear the beef chuck roast on all sides until browned (about 4-5 minutes per side).
- 3. Add the chopped onions and minced garlic. Sauté until onions are translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- 4. Pour in the red wine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot; let simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- 5. Stir in the crushed tomatoes and beef broth until bubbling.
- 6. Add thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper to taste; nestle the chuck roast back into the pot.
- 7. Cover tightly and simmer on low heat for about 3 hours or until fork-tender.
- Serve with creamy mashed potatoes or crusty bread for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg