Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Italian pot roast, where tender chunks of chuck roast simmer in a savory blend of tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and vegetables. This heartwarming dish is perfect for family gatherings or chilly nights, filling your home with inviting scents that evoke nostalgia and warmth. Easy to prepare, it’s a meal that brings loved ones together around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 lbs chuck roast
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 yellow onions, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 large carrots, thickly sliced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 can (28 oz) whole peeled tomatoes (preferably San Marzano)
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 cup dry red wine
Instructions
- Sear the Meat: Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper. Brown on all sides (about 4-5 minutes per side).
- Add Aromatics: Remove the roast briefly and sauté onions until translucent. Add minced garlic and stir until fragrant.
- Combine Ingredients: Return the roast to the pot. Add carrots and celery, then pour in tomatoes, beef broth, red wine, thyme, and rosemary. Stir gently.
- Simmer: Bring to a gentle simmer and cover tightly. Reduce heat to low and cook slowly for 3-4 hours until the meat is fork-tender.
- Serve: Check for tenderness before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg