Description
Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of Italian Pot Roast, a dish that combines tender beef chuck roast with aromatic herbs and colorful vegetables. This slow-cooked delight fills your home with an irresistible aroma, making it the perfect meal for family gatherings or cozy evenings. Enjoy the rich blend of tastes as you savor each bite of this comforting masterpiece.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs beef chuck roast
- 4 medium carrots, chopped
- 4 medium potatoes (Russet or Yukon Gold), diced
- 2 large sweet onions, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup dry red wine
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients: Chop vegetables into rustic chunks.
- Sear the Roast: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the beef chuck roast for about 4 minutes per side until browned.
- Add Aromatics: Transfer the roast to a slow cooker. In the same skillet, sauté onions and garlic until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
- Assemble: Layer carrots and potatoes around the roast. Pour in beef broth and red wine to cover.
- Season: Sprinkle with fresh herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until tender.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg