Description
Italian Pot Roast is a heartwarming dish that envelops tender beef in a rich, savory tomato sauce accented with aromatic herbs. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, this recipe promises to impress your guests with its delicious flavors and enticing aroma. Each bite transports you to Italy, making it a must-try for any comfort food lover.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 lbs beef chuck roast
- 4 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 large yellow onions, diced
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup dry red wine (Merlot or Chianti)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper, then sear on all sides until browned (4-5 minutes per side). Remove from pot.
- In the same pot, add chopped onions and carrots; sauté for about 5 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Pour in crushed tomatoes, red wine, and beef broth while scraping up browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
- Return the seared roast to the pot, sprinkle with dried herbs, and cover tightly.
- Reduce heat to low and slow cook for 3-4 hours until fork-tender or place in an oven at 300°F (150°C) for slow roasting.
- Let rest before slicing; serve with crusty bread or creamy polenta.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3-4 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg