Description
Marry Me Pot Roast is the ultimate comfort food that promises to warm your heart and soul. This tender beef chuck roast, slow-cooked in a rich gravy with aromatic herbs and vegetables, creates an unforgettable flavor experience. Perfect for cozy family dinners or special gatherings, this dish is bound to impress your loved ones and create lasting memories around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 to 4 lbs beef chuck roast
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4–5 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 3 medium carrots, sliced
- 4 medium Yukon gold or red potatoes, quartered
- 1 tsp dried thyme (or 1 tbsp fresh)
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Season the beef chuck roast with salt and pepper. In a large dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sear the roast on all sides until browned.
- Remove the roast and sauté onions and garlic in the same pot until golden brown.
- Add beef broth and balsamic vinegar, stirring to combine.
- Return the roast to the pot, add carrots and potatoes, sprinkle thyme on top, then cover with a lid.
- Cook in the preheated oven for 3 to 4 hours or until tender.
- Let rest for 15 minutes before serving with gravy and veggies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 to 4 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (227g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 615mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables like mushrooms or parsnips. For added depth of flavor, consider incorporating a splash of red wine into the broth.