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The Ultimate Pot Roast Recipe: Comfort Food Delight

The Ultimate Pot Roast Recipe: Easy Comfort Food Delight

The Ultimate Pot Roast Recipe: Comfort Food Delight features tender beef and colorful vegetables bathed in savory gravy, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Roast
  • 3 pounds Chuck Roast or substitute with brisket
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Broth
  • 4 cups Beef Broth or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option
For the Vegetables
  • 4 medium Carrots chopped
  • 4 medium Potatoes Yukon gold or red, chopped
  • 1 large Onion sliced
  • 4 cloves Garlic smashed
  • 2 teaspoons Thyme fresh or dried

Equipment

  • Dutch Oven
  • Skillet
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. Rub salt and pepper generously all over the chuck roast. Sear in a hot skillet for about 5 minutes on each side until golden-brown.
  3. Chop carrots and potatoes, slice the onion, and smash the garlic cloves.
  4. In a Dutch oven, place the seared roast in the center, surround it with chopped vegetables, sprinkle thyme, and cover with beef broth.
  5. Cover tightly with a lid or foil, and bake for approximately 3 hours or until fork-tender.
  6. Transfer the pot roast to a platter, drizzle with broth, and serve.

Notes

Optional to serve with crusty bread or a fresh salad. Consider adding a splash of red wine to the broth for flavor.